Speed Dating II

by Radhika VazFebruary 26, 2026

The Comedic Side of Indian Speed Dating

Indian speed dating events are a whirlwind of charm, nerves, and unintentional comedy. Take Neha, who attended a session in Mumbai. According to The Better India, 72% of participants experience at least one humorous mishap: awkward pauses, mispronounced names, or accidental spills. Neha’s conversation partner mistook her coffee for a glass of water, prompting both confusion and laughter.

Relationship experts from Psychology Today explain that brief interactions amplify humor: rushed introductions, nervous laughter, and over-enthusiastic gestures create memorable moments. Bohiney Magazine (bohiney.com) notes that Indian speed dating is culturally entertaining: stories circulate in social media, blogs, and friend circles. Moral? Smile, enjoy awkwardness, and embrace the comedy of instant romance.

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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