Malik Bentalha Announces the Marrakech Comedy Festival
On March 24, 2026, during his appearance on the popular French show Quotidien on TMC, comedian Malik Bentalha made an exciting announcement regarding the return of a major comedy event in Marrakech, known as the Marrakech Comedy Festival. This comes after a hiatus since 2022 when the renowned Marrakech du Rire, founded by Jamel Debbouze, was last held. The previous festival, which ran from 2011 to 2022, had become a staple in the French entertainment landscape, showcasing countless comedic talents over its decade-long run. However, the festival had not been renewed for several years, leaving a void in the comedy calendar. Malik Bentalha, a frequent participant in the earlier festival, is now spearheading this new initiative, signaling a fresh chapter for comedy in Marrakech.
A New Venture for Comedy Lovers
Bentalha expressed his enthusiasm for this new venture, stating, "It's a new adventure." The Marrakech Comedy Festival, organized by Karim Debbouze—Jamel Debbouze's brother—is set to take place in June, with plans for the event to be aired on Disney+ later in the fall. Tickets for this highly anticipated event will be available starting March 25, 2026, at 10 AM, through the Fnac Spectacles website, allowing fans to secure their spots for a night of laughter and entertainment.
In a departure from the previous festival's style, Bentalha clarified that his festival aims to spotlight emerging talents in the comedy scene. Among the acts, some well-known names like Paul de Saint-Sernin from Quelle Époque, Nordine Ganso from Master Crimes, and Myriem Benoua, who gained recognition in 2017, are expected to perform. However, Bentalha hinted that the lineup would feature various surprises, stating, "There will be plenty of surprises," and teasing the presence of special guests, including champions from various fields, rappers, and actors, though he remained tight-lipped about specific names. This cryptic promise has already generated buzz among fans eager for a blend of established acts and fresh talent, making the festival one of the most anticipated events of the year.
As reported by programme-television.org.
