Join Anu Menon as she talks about her journey from Lola Kutty to stand-up comedy on this hilarious and inspiring podcast episode. Tune in for a dose of comedy and creativity!
In this episode of Chasing Creativity, host Kiran Manral delves into Anu's experiences transitioning from a beloved comedic character to roles in theatre and stand-up comedy.
She touches on the challenges of navigating different characters, the influence of her advertising background, and her adventures in stand-up, including the audience reactions and her writing process. Anu also shares insights on the enduring appeal of comedy, the complexities of creating relatable content, and the evolving landscape for women in humour.
00:00 Introduction
00:26 Anu Menon on Embracing Lola Kutty
02:07 Transitioning from Characters to Stand-Up
03:36 Discovering a Passion for Theatre
05:17 The Joys and Challenges of Theatre
06:56 Pursuing Theatre as a Career
12:30 The Art of Stand-Up Comedy
14:30 Navigating Sensitive Topics in Comedy
15:57 Balancing Personal and Professional Life
16:45 Educating Through Comedy: Vigilante
16:58 Crafting Entertaining Scripts
18:15 Challenges of Playing Diverse Roles
20:06 Building Characters: Research and Imagination
21:04 Stand-Up Comedy: Writing and Performing
24:16 The Pressure of Being a Female Comedian
26:06 The Misconception About Women and Humor
29:08 Upcoming Projects and Future Plans
31:05 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections
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