Jibes at politicians, mimicry of film stars and a sprinkling of cuss words here and there. Stand-up comedy shows are dominating prime time television and going by their soaring TRPs, they seem to be a welcome respite from the tear-jerking saas-bahu sagas. After all, everyone needs a good laugh at the end of the day.

Sources say that Kapil Sharma, who shot to fame with his TV show, now charges to the tune of Rs 1 crore for a live gig