Ep 1. Season Premiere: The Chosen Ones

Comicstaan is a reality show that brings together seven of India's top comedians in search of the next big comedy sensation. In this first episode, titled "Season Premiere: The Chosen Ones," we meet the seven mentors - Tanmay Bhat, Kenny Sebastian, Biswa Kalyan Rath, Kaneez Surka, Kanan Gill, Naveen Richard and Sapan Verma.

Each mentor has chosen two contestants who will go through a series of challenges in an attempt to make it to the top. The show's host, Abish Mathew, introduces the mentors and contestants to the audience, setting the stage for what promises to be an entertaining and hilarious ride.

The premiere of the show sees the contestants going through a series of challenges that test their abilities in different aspects of comedy. The first challenge sees the contestants perform their stand-up comedy routines in front of a live audience and the seven mentors. The mentors provide feedback on their performances, giving them tips on how to improve and connect better with their audience.

The second challenge is called 'Improvisational Comedy', where the contestants are divided into teams and given random situations to improvise. The contestants have to think on their feet and come up with witty punchlines, hilarious characters and funny situations. The mentors watch from the sidelines, impressed with the contestants' quick wit, impeccable timing and clever improvisational skills.

The third challenge is called 'Sketch Comedy', where the contestants are asked to come up with a sketch comedy routine that can be performed in under five minutes. The mentors are not just looking for funny routines, but also something that is relatable, original and has a message. The contestants take to the task with great enthusiasm, and the mentors are impressed with the quality of the sketches.

The fourth and final challenge is called 'Storytelling', where the contestants are asked to tell a personal story from their lives, but add a twist to make it funny. Some of the stories are heartwarming, while others are downright hilarious. The mentors provide feedback on how the contestants can improve their storytelling techniques and engage better with the audience.

As the challenges come to an end, the mentors deliberate on who they want to keep on their team and who they want to let go. The tension mounts as the contestants await the mentors' decision. Those who make it through the first round breathe a sigh of relief, while those who don't are disappointed but vow to come back stronger next time.

The first episode of Comicstaan is a rollercoaster ride of emotions, from laughter to tears, and everything in between. The contestants put their comedic skills to the test, impressing the mentors with their wit, timing and creativity. The mentors, in turn, provide valuable feedback and guidance to help the contestants improve and sharpen their skills. As the contestants move on to the next round, it's clear that the competition will only get tougher, but they are all ready for the challenge.