Mallika Dua believes while stand-up artists are being accepted as professionals, it is still tough for female comedians to make their space in the industry. Dua, who became popular post her appearance in comedy video Shit People Say: Sarojini Nagar Edition, says the influx of the digital platform has made situation better for comedians.

"Earlier, comedians were one odd ball people in the industry but in the last two-three years stardom has come up for them. Thanks to digital platform. Comedy is an industry now. It is a profession today. But still there is a need for more comic roles written for females," Dua told PTI. The stand-up comedian says she never evaluates performances on the basis of gender.