Anubhav Singh Bassi’s Cheating has crossed 100 million views on YouTube, becoming the first standalone long-form stand-up comedy video by an individual comedian in India to reach the milestone.

The lawyer-turned-UPSC-aspirant-turned-comedian has made audiences laugh out loud with his anecdotal humour and effortless storytelling. Released on YouTube in April 2019, Cheating drew from Bassi’s own college experiences, recounting how he and his friends planned “samuhik cheating” during exams. Originally uploaded with the modest aim of building an audience and securing a few live shows, the video went on to far exceed expectations. Through its relatable humour, memorable punchlines and Bassi’s distinctive delivery, it struck a chord with generations of viewers across India and overseas. The video marked the beginning of an extraordinary journey for Bassi, who went on to become one of India’s most loved stand-up comedians.