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Romesh Ranganathan

Romesh Ranganathan

  • 47 years old
  • English
  • Actor, writer, stand-up comedian and executive producer

Press clippings

Joel Dommett faints during London Marathon

Joel Dommett fainted whilst running the London Marathon, however he did eventually complete the 16.2 mile course.

British Comedy Guide, 27th April 2025

Romesh Ranganathan on running the London Marathon: 'If you're not enjoying it, you're going too quickly'

Romesh Ranganathan talks taking on the London Marathon for the second time, from fuelling up to 'righting the wrongs' of his first attempt.

Emily Chudy, The Big Issue, 25th April 2025

Romesh Ranganathan meets cancer survivor comic Aiden Cowie

Aiden Cowie from Aberdeen, who was diagnosed with cancer at 18 years-old, met his comedy hero Romesh Ranganathan to ask him for tips and advice on his budding stand-up career - and ended up being offered the opportunity of a lifetime.

British Comedy Guide, 23rd April 2025

Romesh Ranganathan's five favourite children's books - for all ages

The comedian, author, and father of three on the reads your kids will actually enjoy.

Anna Bonet, i Newspaper, 19th April 2025

Ranganathan criticises council over school places

The comedian Romesh Ranganathan has hit out at his local council after his youngest son did not get offered any of his preferred choices in his secondary school placement.

Daniel Sexton, BBC, 19th April 2025

BAFTA TV Awards 2025 nominations

Alma's Not Normal, Brassic, G'wed and Ludwig are amongst the nominees in the 2025 BAFTA TV Awards.

British Comedy Guide, 27th March 2025

Teenage Cancer Trust Comedy Night review

So many great comics on a night of highlights.

Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard, 26th March 2025

Teenage Cancer Trust Night Of Comedy 2025 review

Massive charity gigs are there for the taking for lesser-known acts. Famous names need to just be present, offering some brand recognition to shift tickets, but those on the up can use the exposure to burnish their fan base.

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 26th March 2025

Romesh Ranganathan's Parents' Evening gets Series 2

ITV1 quiz comedy Romesh Ranganathan's Parents' Evening is to return for a second series later this year.

British Comedy Guide, 28th February 2025

Why comedians are taking over TV gameshows

From Romesh Ranganathan to Lee Mack, big-name stand-ups are increasingly fronting quiz shows. What's causing the glut of comics?

Ralph Jones, The Guardian, 19th February 2025

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