Mahesh Keshwala
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 Mahesh Keshwala at The Thugesh Show | ||||||||||
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| Born | Mahesh Keshwala September 9, 1996 Mumbai, Maharashtra, India | |||||||||
| Nationality | Indian | |||||||||
| Other names | Thugesh | |||||||||
| Occupation(s) | YouTuber, content creator, comedian | |||||||||
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| Years active | 2014–present | |||||||||
| Genre(s) | Comedy, Commentary, Roast, Vlogs | |||||||||
| Subscribers | 6.34 million (as of 1 July, 2025) | |||||||||
| Views | 1.2 billion (as of 1 July, 2025) | |||||||||
| Website | YouTube | |||||||||
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Last updated: 1 July 2025 | ||||||||||
Mahesh Keshwala (born 9 September 1996), known by his online alias Thugesh, is an Indian YouTuber, comedian, and content creator. He is best known for his roast and commentary videos on Indian internet culture and trending topics.[1][2][3]
Career
Mahesh Keshwala began his online journey on YouTube, where he gained popularity through his roast and commentary-style videos. His humorous critique of viral content, personalities, and social issues resonated with a young audience, helping him build a substantial subscriber base.[4]
In addition to his commentary content, Thugesh also maintains a vlog channel where he shares aspects of his personal life, travel, and behind-the-scenes moments. His content is often characterized by a blend of humor and informal social commentary.
In March 2025, Thugesh released his web series Thugesh Vs The World [5]on JioHotstar, which further expanded his reach and contributed to his growing popularity. That same month, he led the Chennai Smashers to victory in the Entertainers Cricket League (ECL) 2025, boosting his visibility among entertainment and sports audiences.[6][7]
In June 2025, the season finale of The Thugesh Show aired, featuring guests like Harsh Beniwal and Mohit Chhikara, further engaging his fanbase.[8]
Mahesh Keshwala has cultivated a loyal following on social media and is considered part of India's digital entertainment landscape. His work has sparked both support and criticism, particularly for the tone and subject matter of some of his videos. Despite mixed reactions, he continues to be a prominent figure among Indian YouTubers.[9]
See also
References
- ↑ https://www.forbesindia.com/lists/2024-digital-stars/profile/mahesh-keshwala/5
- ↑ https://www.cnbctv18.com/entertainment/inside-the-mind-of-a-content-creator-in-conversation-with-mahesh-keshwala-aka-thugesh-19012771.htm
- ↑ https://www.entrepreneurindia.com/influencer/mahesh.php
- ↑ https://newstrack.com/lifestyle/youtuber-mahesh-keshwala-biography-age-family-net-worth-car-collections-career-monthly-income-bigg-boss-ott-season-3-contestant-427861
- ↑ https://www.filmibeat.com/ott/thugesh-vs-the-world-ott-release-heres-when-where-to-stream-mahesh-keshwalas-comedic-adventure-447909.html
- ↑ https://cricket.one/entertainment/thugeshs-chennai-smashers-outclass-bangalore-bashers-to-lift-ecl-2025-title/67d703909724cd66d537eee1
- ↑ https://cricket.one/entertainment/not-virat-kohli-or-rohit-sharma-thugesh-picks-another-india-star-for-his-team-in-ecl-2024-watch/66e6a33cac94d32b0f021ac4
- ↑ https://www.socialketchup.in/creators/weekly-roundup-9394945
- ↑ https://www.news18.com/entertainment/youtuber-thugesh-reveals-jimmy-fallon-inspired-him-to-make-his-talk-show-i-came-up-with-the-idea-exclusive-8775138.html