Bakchod

Bakchod is a slang term used in the Indian subcontinent to describe a person who talks nonsense or engages in lighthearted, jokey, or aimless chatter. It is commonly used in casual conversation and online vernacular, and can carry a playful or pejorative connotation depending on tone and context. The word is part of a broader family of terms derived from Hindi/Urdu slang that describe talkativeness or behavior, and it has circulated widely in youth culture and social media.

The term gained international notice through All India Bakchod (AIB), a Mumbai-based comedy collective formed in the early 2010s by Gursimran Khamba, Tanmay Bhat, Rohan Joshi, and Ashish Shakya. AIB produced satirical sketches, stand-up clips, and podcasts that blended political and social commentary with humor. Their work helped popularize web-based Indian comedy, and their 2015 AIB Roast drew extensive public attention and media coverage.

In 2018, multiple sexual harassment allegations involving members of AIB led to a public controversy that affected the group’s activities. Following the allegations, participants withdrew from various projects and the collective reduced public production, with members pursuing individual ventures. The term bakchod, separate from the organization, remains in everyday use as a descriptor for talkative, humorous, or non-serious behavior, reflecting its roots in colloquial language.