RJ Karishma
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| Born | July 24, 1994 Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
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RJ Karishma (born July 24, 1994) is an Indian radio jockey, digital content creator, and social media personality, best known for her comedic skits on Instagram and YouTube. She is best known for her humorous and relatable videos portraying everyday Indian scenarios, especially involving exaggerated character impressions, often playing multiple roles in a single sketch.[1][2]
Early Life and Education
Karishma was born in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India. She pursued a degree in Mass Communication and began her professional career in radio shortly after completing her studies.
Career
Radio
Karishma began her career as a radio jockey with 92.7 Big FM, where she hosted various radio shows. Her on-air personality, quick wit, and voice modulation made her one of the station’s most recognizable voices in central India. Over time, she earned the nickname "RJ Karishma", which she continues to use on her social media platforms.[3]
Digital Content Creation
During the late 2010s, RJ Karishma started posting short, humorous videos on Instagram, TikTok (before it was banned in India), and later YouTube. Her content typically features her portraying multiple characters—often family members or neighbors—in exaggerated yet familiar Indian situations.[4]
Her sketches, such as "Saas-Bahu Chronicles," "Padosan Tales," and “Indian Moms vs Exams,” became widely popular among Gen Z and millennial audiences. By 2023, she had amassed over 6 million followers on Instagram and over 2 million subscribers on YouTube.[5]
Collaborations and Brand Endorsements
Karishma has collaborated with several Indian brands, including Amazon India, Swiggy, Mamaearth, and Netflix India, for influencer campaigns. She has also featured in promotional videos for Bollywood films and web series.[6]
Style and Reception
RJ Karishma’s content style is characterized by satirical humor, exaggerated facial expressions, and multi-character monologues. Critics and fans have appreciated her ability to blend relatable comedy with strong acting skills, often comparing her to traditional Indian stage performers and mimicry artists.[7]
Awards and Recognition
- Cosmopolitan India Blogger Awards 2022 – Best Comedic Creator (Social Media)
- Featured in Forbes India’s Digital Stars list in 2023
- Guest panelist on India’s Laughter Champions (Sony TV) – 2023
Personal Life
RJ Karishma prefers to keep her personal life out of the public eye. She is reportedly based in Mumbai as of 2024. She has mentioned in interviews that she enjoys watching comedy films and is inspired by performers like Johnny Lever and Lily Singh.
References
- ↑ "RJ Karishma Becomes The Only Indian Creator Chosen By YouTube To Attend Paris Olympics 2024". News18. 2024-07-05. Retrieved 2025-04-11.
- ↑ "Karishma Gangwal aka RJ Karishma Heads to Paris Olympics as YouTube's Exclusive Content Creator Supporting Indian Athletes". Bold Outline. Retrieved 2025-04-11.
- ↑ "RJ Turned Creator Karishma Gangwal Aka RJ Karishma". Entrepreneur India. 2024-05-10. Retrieved 2025-04-11.
- ↑ "RJ Karishma Influencer: Know How A Radio Jockey Became A Social Media Celebrity". ABP Live. Retrieved 2025-04-11.
- ↑ "Popular as RJ Karishma, Karishma Gangwal All Set to Debut at Cannes". The Times of India. 2024-05-16. Retrieved 2025-04-11.
- ↑ "Viraj Ghelani, RJ Karishma Pose With Chris Hemsworth at Cannes". India Today. 2024-05-16. Retrieved 2025-04-11.
- ↑ "RJ Karishma At Paris 2024 Olympics". Social Ketchup. Retrieved 2025-04-11.