Not a HE, Not a She, Just KUMAR Ft. Kumar | #DailyKetchup EP331

What was it like being the trailblazer for Singapore's stand-up comedy industry? How does he discern his true self from Kumar the Drag Queen?

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03:26 What Goes Behind Building Kumar's Shows
05:37 How did Kumar Rise to Fame
11:36 How does Kumar Come up With Jokes
16:44 How does Kumar Find the REAL Him?
18:39 A Generation of Repressed Gay Men in SG
20:02 How did Kumar Come Out
22:25 How did Kumar Save His Son
26:00 Why Kumar Move to a HDB Flat
29:00 Dealing with Racism in Singapore
32:29 Kumar Takes on Unhinged Questions From TDK Telegram Community

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Cast:

Behind the Cam:
• Nashrul Merza
• Amirul Nashtrie

Edited by:
Brian Goh

[adamleetanjongkatong]

great episode! imo this feels like kumar is one of the rare few guests that doesnt let johnathan "influence" him on the podcast. Tells his stories matter of factly at his own pace, and doesnt't get side tracked at attempts to "spice up" his answers.

[JeremySee]

Kumar is Singapore's NATIONAL treasure. 😍

[kavithapalaniappan]

Honestly, it's one of the most raw and uplifting episodes from TDK. The topics discussed had a plethora of local nuances that spread over generations, yet everyone at the table (and of course us listening) could relate to them. TDK should consider making Kumar a permanent fixture on the show!

[faithzzzzzzz]

Yes, Kumar...you are our national treasure. You did make an impact in Singapore. Thank you Daily Ketchup for inviting Kumar.

[holysage]

finally we have Kumar on this podcast, like since forever. Thanks guys

[justsomeoneelsee]

Was at a crosswalk at orchard when I overheard a teenage boy complaining to his friend.
“My mother spend a thousand dollars on a bag. $200 also she wont give me”.
At the moment I understood how the boomers felt about us Millennials.

That aside, OMG ITS

[Odyssey]

I have seen Kumar in public a few times, I knew it was him. Even when standing next to him, I leave him alone doing his own things.

[exoticav]

kumar is truly singapore legend no matter you like or hate him..there is no one like him...extraordinary talent

[vivianang]

Kumar is effortlessly funny and a strong and beautiful human being!!

[haroldtan]

Thank you, Kumar and The DailyKetchup team for this wonderful podcast. Highly entertaining, intetesting and insightful. Kumar is a National Treasure!👍

[daisybb]

Kumar, you make so many people happy ❤ Bless you!

[bonsaijimmy]

Cannot agree more with Kumar about Free Loaders. After many years of organising great garden parties, some of my guests who came 3, 4 or 5 times had never invited me & my husband to their homes, not even for a cup of tea, I decided no more parties. These people have no understanding about friendship. Its both ways - not one way !

[analekaites]

"Aren't you cross-dressing now?" ... That really got me there ... 39:20/39:50

[simbeekuan]

I really feel that Kumar is a very genuine person.

[vister]

Thanks Kumar for your candid interview.

[marcuschaichai]

Really loved how Jon at @18:25 when he rebuttal regarding what's real / fake personality on and off screen

[gabrielclarence]

Kumar is the best! I remember the good old days at Boom Boom Room with Meno laughing and enjoying the show

[fluffy]

Telling jokes from a joke book one got me😂😂 Man I haven’t had a laugh for such a long time😂😄😄😄

[cmymotion]

Yes, seen him once at some pub, he was sitting quietly relaxing. From the podcast, can tell Kumar is a wise man.

[stephainelee]

Love Kumar!!! Amazing man and comedian :)