Rajiv Karia

Rajiv Karia is an award winning stand-up comedian, writer and actor.

His debut Edinburgh hour Gallivant received rave reviews at the Edinburgh Fringe, before transferring to Soho Theatre in 2023.

“Whipsmart, yet relaxed, Rajiv Karia oozes confidence on stage… His carefully crafted material and flawless delivery make him one to watch.” ★★★★★ Why Now Magazine

“he’s simply a great joke-writer. You come away from Gallivant hoping to see him land a sitcom writing gig… well-crafted jokes and affable delivery” ★★★★ The Skinny

As an actor, Rajiv has appeared in Malory Towers (CBBC), Lazy Susan (BBC Three) and Christmas Carole (Sky). He played Algo in Series 3 of Olga Koch: OK Computer on Radio 4. 

An accomplished writer for radio and television, Rajiv won the prestigious BBC Contract Writer Bursary 2021 and has written material for The Now Show, The News Quiz, Dead Ringers, One Person Found This Helpful, and Alex Edelman’s Peer Group on Radio 4.