India, Dec. 17 -- Global comedy heavyweight Russell Peters is set to return to India with seven high-voltage shows across New Delhi, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Pune, Chennai and Kolkata in March, next year.

For the 55-year-old, India tour carries a personal resonance. "India is home for me. It's where my roots are, and one of the places I cherish the most," said the Canadian comedian of Indian origin, reflecting on his long-standing connection with audiences, here.

"Every time I perform here, it's special - the energy, the food, the warmth and the audiences who've supported me from the very beginning. I'm really looking forward to coming back," he added.

The India leg comes on the back of a massive international run that has seen Pe...