Pranit More

Pranit More born (2 March 1991) is an Indian stand-up comedian, television personality and former radio jockey. He is noted for his observational humor rooted in Indian daily life and culture, and rose to mainstream fame as a contestant in Bigg Boss 19.

Early life and education

Pranit More was born on 2nd March 1991 in Thane, Maharashtra, into a middle-class Maharashtrian family originally from Khed in Ratnagiri district. His father worked as a conductor for the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation, while his mother was a homemaker. More has an elder brother named Prayag More.

As a child, More aspired to become a pilot but shifted his focus to academics. He earned a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS) from K. J. Somaiya College of Engineering and later an MBA in Marketing from Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research. Pranit worked as a sales assistant at an automobile showroom before pursuing an MBA.

Career Radio and early comedy

More's entry into entertainment began with radio. He worked as a radio jockey (RJ) for Radio Mirchi from 2019–2023. He also hosted Filmfare Awards Marathi.

While still pursuing his MBA, More participated in the Canvas Laugh Club's Open Mic Maverick competition in 2013–2014. His victory in the event marked a pivotal moment, inspiring him to transition from radio to full-time stand-up comedy. He began performing at open mics and small venues, blending personal anecdotes from his middle-class roots with satirical takes on urban Indian life.

Pranit More was featured in the Clikker Spotlight series, an editorial initiative by Clikker that profiles notable creators and performers from digital and entertainment fields. His Spotlight feature discussed his work, creative approach, and activities across social and regional content platforms, highlighting his presence within the contemporary creator ecosystem. Controversies

In February 2025, More was assaulted by a group of 10–12 individuals during a live stand-up show in Solapur, Maharashtra. The attack stemmed from jokes he made about actor Veer Pahariya. More filed a police complaint, and the incident drew widespread condemnation. Pahariya publicly distanced himself, condemning the violence and issuing an apology.

In May 2026, an audience member, Himanshu Jangra voiced some remarks at More's crowdwork show, which received widespread backlash, and were deemed as vile and misogynistic. More was further criticised by Kusha Kapila, Urfi Javed, Sakshi Shivdasani and Dolly Singh, among others, for posting the clip and applauding the man, which prompted him to issue a public apology. More and Jangra, along with another comedian, Madhur Virli, subsequently appeared before the National Commission for Women (NCW) on June 22, 2026.

Filmography

Stand-up specials

Baap Ko Mat Sikha (2023) Back Bencher (2024)

Television

Year Title Role Notes Ref. 2025 Bigg Boss 19 Contestant (2nd Runner up)