Dealing with trolls requires a tough exterior: Comedian Nigel NG stresses.
Nigel NG Malaysian comedian Nigel NG, popularly known as Uncle Roger, is performing in India — in Delhi — for the first time. About Uncle Roger, Nigel tells us, “He is that older uncle who just ...
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Nigel NG, a popular Malaysian comedian known as Uncle Roger, is performing in Delhi, India for the first time. Describing Uncle Roger as an older uncle who talks a lot and complains excessively, Nigel says this character is relatable across cultures. Transitioning to online content creation during the COVID-19 pandemic, Nigel shares his journey from being a stand-up comedian to creating successful digital content. He emphasizes the importance of honing comedy skills for several years before venturing into social media. Nigel also appreciates the unique connection established during live shows when the audience engages without distractions. In anticipation of his time in India, he looks forward to trying different kinds of biryani.When you were doing stand-up comedy, you focused on writing jokes and then performing them at a comedy club. However, with the shift to online content creation, there is now the additional task of filming your performances. Building and maintaining an online presence involves a lot of work.

As I was growing up, I admired individuals like Uncle Roger, who would sit at a coffee shop in Malaysia, known as a kopitiam, and exude a sense of know-it-all wisdom while being kind-hearted.

According to Malaysian comedian Nigel Ng, also known as Uncle Roger, people who are easily offended should avoid engaging in social media. He believes that the key to dealing with negative comments and trolls is to develop a thick skin. Ng suggests that feedback should be taken constructively, while unwarranted negativity should simply be ignored.

Nigel Ng, famous for his Uncle Roger persona, is set to bring The Haiyaa World Tour to India, presented by BookMyShow Live.