Ruven Govender

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Welcome, warami, sawubona, nau mai.

Welcome to the webpage of Ruven Govender, the multi-talented comedian, actor, stunt performer and entrepreneur. Ruven is a former Kiwi and South African now based in Sydney, Australia.

A picture of Ruven Govender, an Australian comedian of South African Indian origin

Welcome, warami, sawubona, nau mai.

Welcome to the webpage of Ruven Govender, the multi-talented comedian, actor, stunt performer and entrepreneur. Ruven is a former Kiwi and South African now based in Sydney, Australia.

Comedian

Ruven is a comedian who knows how to make fun of himself and the world around him. He draws on his experiences of growing up in different countries and cultures, and tackles topics such as racism, identity, politics and pop culture with wit, charm and a dash of spice. He has been touring the globe with his sell-out show, “Brown Panther”, which has received rave reviews from critics and audiences alike. He has also given a TEDx talk on how racism made him funny, and appeared on various TV shows in Australia, Canada and the USA. Ruven is a dynamo of a comic who will have you in stitches with his stories and jokes. 

Stunt Performer

Ruven is a stunt performer who can handle any action scene with ease. He has trained as a stuntman with some of the best stunt professionals in the industry, and has learned the skills of full burn, car hits, wire work and more. He can set himself on fire, fall from heights, crash a car, or fly through the air with grace and precision. He has performed stunts for popular TV shows such as ‘Sweet Tooth’ and ‘Cowboy Bebop’, where he showcased his versatility and courage. He has also undergone rigorous training in stunt safety, timing, coordination, and physical acting. 

Actor

Ruven is an actor who can play a variety of roles, from comedy to drama, from soap opera to sci-fi. He has appeared on TV shows in Australia, Canada and the USA, and even had a guest role on ‘Shortland Street’, New Zealand’s longest-running soap opera. He has also starred in Netflix series such as ‘Sweet Tooth’ and ‘Cowboy Bebop’, where he showcased his versatility and charisma. Ruven is not only a talented performer, but also a skilled producer and promoter who has worked with global brands such as Adidas, Apple, Capitol One and Vodafone. 

entrepreneur

Ruven is a successful entrepreneur and founder of Laugh Mob, a comedy production company that aims to bring laughter and joy to people’s lives. Ruven started Laugh Mob in 2014 with a vision to create a platform for emerging and established comedians to showcase their talents and reach new audiences. Since then, Laugh Mob has grown to become one of the leading comedy producers in Australia, hosting shows at various venues across the country and featuring comedians from different backgrounds, cultures and styles. 

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