Kathmandu, Feb. 9 -- Popular comedian Manoj Gajurel has said that younger audiences are losing interest in long-form comedy, preferring short and quick content instead.

Speaking at the fourth session of the Kantipur Conclave 2026, titled "What's Funny about Politics? In Nepal, Almost Everything", Gajurel, on Monday, noted that audience psychology has changed with time, particularly among the youth, who now lack the patience to listen to or watch lengthy performances.

"Today's generation prefers short content. If it becomes long, they lose interest midway. People now want to watch briefly and understand quickly," he said, adding that comedians must adapt to changing audience behaviour.

Gajurel also pointed out that comedians, realising ...