While Alia Bhatt and Sharvari appeared on India’s Got Latent Season 2 to promote their upcoming film Alpha, it was contestant Avinash Agarwal who emerged as one of the biggest talking points from the premiere episode.
The Trump impersonation act of the comedian was cheered by the audience and appreciated by the judges, thus becoming one of the highlights of the first episode of the show.
Donald Trump act impresses the judges
Performing the impersonation act of former president Donald Trump, Avinash offered a quick and interactive comedic set in which he poked fun at the judges and Samay Raina, the host of the show.
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The act impressed not only the audience but also the judges and the host. Avinash received a full ten from the panel members including Alia Bhatt, Ashish Solanki and Balraj Ghai, while Sharvari rated his performance with nine and a half.
More than just a viral performer
Although many viewers discovered him through India’s Got Latent, Avinash has been active in the entertainment industry for years.
According to information available on his social media profiles, he works as a stand-up comedian, writer, voice artiste and event host. Coming from a theatre and performing arts background, he has reportedly written and performed in more than 200 live shows across India.
His experience extends beyond comedy clubs, with hosting assignments featuring personalities such as Manisha Koirala, Abhay Deol, Johnny Lever and Anurag Kashyap.
Why he is known as the ‘Indian Trump’
The Donald Trump character has become a major part of Avinash's public identity.
On social media, he often refers to himself as the "Indian Trump" and regularly shares sketches and impersonation videos inspired by the former US President. Over time, the character has become one of his most recognisable acts and a key part of his comedy brand. His appearance on India’s Got Latent introduced the act to a much larger audience, helping it gain fresh popularity online.
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Away from stand-up, Avinash has also built a reputation as a public speaker. One of his notable achievements came at the Toastmasters World Championship of Public Speaking in the United States, where he finished among the top 30 speakers globally. The accomplishment remains one of the highlights of his professional journey and reflects his experience beyond the world of comedy.
Social media following surges after Latent appearance
A sudden boost in online fame followed his participation in Season 2 of India’s Got Latent, and his performance as Donald Trump became widely shared on different social media sites.
In spite of the fact that Season 2 of India’s Got Latent has only started, Avinash Agarwal has already become one of the most notable names to follow.
FAQs
Q1. Who is Avinash Agarwal?
Avinash Agarwal is a stand-up comedian, writer, voice artiste and event host who became famous due to his performance as Donald Trump in Season 2 of India’s Got Latent.
Q2. Why is Avinash Agarwal nicknamed 'Indian Trump'?
Avinash Agarwal has several comedy sketches with characters inspired by Donald Trump and has therefore been nicknamed "Indian Trump".
