
Keynote speaker
Mawaan RizwanAward-winning actor, comedy writer and standout performer from Taskmaster and Juice
- Based in
- UK
- Fee tier
- Headline£10k – £25k indicative · subject to negotiation
- Languages
- English
About Mawaan Rizwan
Mawaan Rizwan is a Pakistani-born British actor and comedian who transitioned from a successful YouTube presence to becoming a leading figure in mainstream television. Recently, he achieved significant acclaim as the creator and star of the BBC Three comedy series Juice, a performance that earned him a prestigious British Academy Television Award. His versatile career includes notable acting roles in the Sky One series Two Weeks to Live alongside Maisie Williams, the ITV drama Next of Kin, and the BAFTA-winning production Murdered By My Father.
Beyond acting, Rizwan is a highly regarded writer whose work on the Netflix hit Sex Education secured him a place on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list. His comedic range is showcased through surreal musical performances, with his tracks Mango and Never Been Skiing gaining viral status online. A graduate of the renowned École Philippe Gaulier, he blends physicality and sharp wit in his stand-up, as seen on Live at the Apollo, Taskmaster, and while co-hosting Jonathan Ross’ Comedy Club.
Whether delivering high-energy musical skits or sharing humorous stories about the modern digital era, Rizwan is a uniquely creative force. He is frequently booked for his ability to blend contemporary social commentary with a captivating and distinctively silly performance style that resonates with a broad demographic.
On stage, Mawaan Rizwan is best known for talks on Comedy, Stand-up performance and Musical skits. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room.
Their work resonates with leaders across Entertainment and Media & Broadcasting, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy.
Mawaan Rizwan is regularly booked for Performers and Entertainer and Presenter & Awards Host, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A.
Based in UK, Mawaan Rizwan travels internationally for engagements.
To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Mawaan Rizwan would approach your audience.
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Frequently asked questions
- How do I book Mawaan Rizwan?
- Send a booking enquiry using the form on this page. We'll confirm Mawaan's availability and reply with fees and next steps.
- How much does Mawaan Rizwan cost to book?
- Mawaan Rizwan sits in our Headline fee tier (£10k – £25k indicative). Fees are tier ranges and are subject to negotiation depending on event date, location, format and audience size — we help negotiate the final fee as part of the booking. Send an enquiry and we'll come back with a firm quote.
- What topics does Mawaan Rizwan speak on?
- Mawaan speaks on Comedy, Stand-up performance, Musical skits.
- What languages does Mawaan Rizwan present in?
- Mawaan presents in English.
- Where is Mawaan Rizwan based?
- Mawaan is based in UK and travels internationally for speaking engagements.
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