Are Comedic Event Emcees suitable for conferences

They are generally best suited for more lively and audience-facing event formats. They can still work for selected conference formats where the event tone is relaxed, internal, or more entertainment-led.

Will the emcee still keep the programme professional

Yes. A good Comedic Event Emcee balances humour and audience engagement while still keeping the programme on track and handling key segments properly

Are rehearsals chargeable

A 30 minute technical run before the event begins is typically included. Any rehearsal on a separate day is chargeable. Any rehearsal on the same day that takes place more than one hour before the event starts is chargeable.

What time will the emcee arrive

Emcees will typically arrive about 1 hour before the event starts. This allows time for preparation, coordination, and the technical run before the programme begins.

Are your prices inclusive of GST

Our quoted rates are nett and are not subject to GST.

Rishi Budhrani Emcee Singapore | Comedic Event Host

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What to Expect

Rishi’s hosting style is witty, confident, and highly audience-aware, combining the instincts of a stand-up comedian with the polish of an experienced live-event host. He brings humour and personality to the programme while maintaining the structure and stage control required for corporate events.

Best For

A strong fit for Dinner and Dance programmes, gala dinners, awards ceremonies, appreciation nights, and celebration-style corporate events where organisers want a comedic emcee with sharp delivery, polished presence, and memorable audience connection.

Hosting details: English comedic event emcee | Voice of Sammy in Netflix animated series Downstairs | First stand-up comedian to host Singapore’s National Day Parade

About Rishi Budhrani

Rishi Budhrani is a Singapore-based comedian, host, and actor known for his sharp wit, engaging storytelling, and confident live-event presence. He voices Sammy in the Netflix animated series Downstairs, has appeared on Comedy Central’s Stand-up Asia, and became the first Singaporean comedian to perform at Gotham Comedy Club in New York City. Rishi has also performed internationally and at the Melbourne and Sydney Comedy Festivals, while his hosting experience includes Singapore’s National Day Parade before an audience of 25,000 spectators.