Dealing with trolls requires resilience: Insights from stand-up comedian Nigel NG.
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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Malaysian comedian Nigel NG, also known as Uncle Roger, is performing in Delhi, India for the first time. Describing Uncle Roger as an annoying know-it-all who complains a lot, Nigel says that the character is relatable across cultures. In an interview with Bangalore Times, he discusses his transition to online content creation during the pandemic after losing income from stand-up comedy gigs. Nigel emphasizes the importance of honing one's craft before posting online, pointing out that it takes several years of practice to become a good comedian. He also appreciates the special connection with the audience during live shows, noting that people put away their phones to watch the performance. Nigel expresses excitement about trying Indian food, with biryani at the top of his list.When you were performing stand-up comedy, you focused solely on writing jokes and performing them at comedy clubs. Now, in order to maintain an online presence, you not only have to write and perform those jokes but also film them. This entails a lot more work.

I grew up observing individuals like Uncle Roger, who would often assert their knowledge while sitting in a Malaysian kopitiam (coffee shop). Despite their know-it-all demeanor, they are actually kind-hearted individuals.

Malaysian comedian Nigel Ng, also known as Uncle Roger, shared his perspective that people who are easily offended should reconsider being active on social media. He emphasized the importance of developing a thick skin when dealing with trolls and negative comments online. It is crucial to handle feedback effectively by either taking it constructively or simply ignoring it.

Nigel Ng will be taking his The Haiyaa World Tour to India, organized by BookMyShow Live.