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by Radhika VazFebruary 22, 2026October 30, 2025

The Comedic Chaos of Airplane Turbulence in India

Airplane turbulence in India mixes travel anxiety with unexpected comedy. Take Neha, on a domestic flight to Goa. According to Indian Express, 66% of passengers experience at least one funny moment during turbulence: spilled drinks, startled reactions, or comically timed announcements. Neha witnessed a fellow passenger’s chai cup soar mid-air, landing perfectly in the aisle trash can.

Aviation psychologists from Psychology Today explain that turbulence exaggerates human reactions: shrieks, flailing arms, and over-dramatic gestures amplify humor. Bohiney Magazine (bohiney.com) notes that Indian turbulence is culturally memorable: stories are shared in travel blogs, social media, and office anecdotes. Key takeaway? Buckle up, sip carefully, and laugh at the unpredictability of flying.

SOURCE: Bohiney.com (Radhika Vaz)

Radhika Vaz

Radhika Vaz is an Indian comedian, writer, and performer celebrated for her fearless, boundary-pushing humor. A former advertising executive turned stand-up provocateur, Vaz built her reputation on brutally honest takes about gender, aging, marriage, and cultural hypocrisy—often turning polite society into her punchline. Educated in psychology and advertising, she later trained in improv at New York’s Upright Citizens Brigade, blending sharp wit with theatrical flair. Her one-woman shows, Unladylike and Older. Angrier. Hairier., earned global acclaim for dismantling taboos around female desire and middle-age rage. Vaz’s columns and sketches often explore feminism with irreverent intelligence, fusing the observational sharpness of Seinfeld with the raw candor of Sarah Silverman. Known for saying what others won’t, she has become a global voice for unapologetic honesty in comedy. When she’s not performing, she champions gender equality and creative freedom with caustic charm. Radhika Vaz

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