New York, Aug. 18 -- Stand-up comedian Zakir Khan has made history by becoming the first Indian comedian to perform a Hindi-language show at New York City's iconic Madison Square Garden.

The comedian, loved across India for his relatable humour and "sakth launda" persona, shared the emotional moment with fans on Instagram.

Calling it a "big day", Zakir wrote about how overwhelming it felt to perform for "6,000 people with Hindi comedy." He went on to thank his friends and team for their support on what he described as a "special milestone."

Among those cheering for him were well-known names. He shared that his friend, celebrity chef Vikas Khanna, and actor Kal Penn showed up to support him, something that made the night even more speci...