Banned by Beijing, this comedian is taking his act to Chinese speakers abroad
Summary
Chizi, once a top stand-up comedian in China, was banned from performing there in 2023 after making jokes abroad about sensitive political topics. Now living outside China, he has started a tour in Asia and other countries, performing for Chinese-speaking audiences while limiting political jokes in his shows.Key Facts
- Chizi was banned from performing in China in 2023 after jokes made during tours outside China.
- The ban was never officially explained by Chinese authorities.
- He now lives outside China and has been mostly absent from Chinese social media.
- His 2026 tour includes cities like Tokyo, Taipei, Kuala Lumpur, and Singapore.
- He is the first Chinese comedian to perform in Taiwan, which has political tensions with China.
- On stage, he avoids directly naming China’s leader Xi Jinping, using indirect references instead.
- Before the ban, he openly joked about censorship, nationalism, and minority rights during North American shows.
- Chizi views his current performances as a way to share his life and thoughts with Chinese-speaking audiences abroad.
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