New Delhi, Aug. 18 -- Stand-up comedian Zakir Khan has etched his name in history by becoming the first Indian to headline a Hindi comedy show at Madison Square Garden in New York. The Indore-born comedian, loved for his "sakht launda" persona and heartfelt storytelling, performed to a packed audience of 6,000, receiving a thunderous standing ovation.

On Instagram, Zakir shared his excitement, calling it a "big day" and admitting he was overwhelmed by the love. "To entertain 6,000 people in Hindi at Madison Square Garden-it's a feeling I can't describe. This will always remain a special milestone," he wrote, thanking his friends and team for their support.

The show was part of Zakir's ongoing North America tour, where he was joined on s...