Cyrus Broacha

Cyrus Broacha is an Indian anchor, theatre personality, comedian, political satirist, columnist, podcaster and author. He is best known for his show Bakra on MTV India and The Week That Wasn't on CNN-News18.

Early years

Broacha was born on 7 August 1971, to a Parsi father and Catholic mother. He started acting at the age of five in a school play, The Emperor's New Clothes. Every year he performed and wrote for the school magazine, winning prizes for English and drama.

Cyrus's family originally hails from Bharuch in Gujarat.

Career He did his first professional play, Brighton Beach Memoirs in 1985, directed by Pearl Padamsee. When Broacha was 15, he acted in his first Hindi film, Jalwa which was released in 1987.

Television He hosted many shows for MTV. He was also one of the founding MTV VJ member.

He played the role of Cyrus, a character based on Chandler Bing in the Indian adaptation of American sitcom Friends, titled Hello Friends.

He appeared in Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa, India's version of Dancing with the Stars, and Fear Factor – Khatron Ke Khiladi Level 3 on Colors TV.

He was the editor and host of a cricket analysis series called ESPNcricinfo Runorder, a bi-weekly show featuring former cricketers.

He took part in the second season of Bigg Boss OTT in June 2023.

Actor

Broacha acted in films like Jalwa, 99, Little Zizou, Fruit and Nut, Mumbai Chakachak, The Shaukeens, and Roy.

Author

In January 2010, he released his book Karl, Aaj aur Kal, a semi-autobiographical comedy about celebrities, Bollywood and politics. In 2011, he released another book, The Average Indian Male, an account of the Indian male commonly referred to as the "aam aadmi".

Podcaster In 2015, he started hosting a podcast called Cyrus Says or C& Bull, produced by IVM network. This is a show about life in urban India, politics, sports, civic sense and current affairs.

Cyrus Broacha is currently hosting a podcast series titled A Century of Stories: Cricket on the YouTube channel "A Century of Stories." In this series, he reminisces about memorable moments from the history of cricket, blending humor with insightful commentary. The podcast features discussions with notable guests, and explores significant events, legendary players, and cultural shifts that have shaped Indian cricket over the decades.

Personal life

Cyrus Broacha is married to Ayesha, a photographer. The couple has two children.

Filmography Films Year Title Role Notes Ref. 1987 Jalwa Jyothi's younger brother 99 Zaramud Fruit and Nut Jolly Maker 2014 The Shaukeens 2015 Roy Himself

Television