Top 25 most influential comedians on Instagram in Southeast Asia. Part 2 (15-6)
Comedy on Instagram in Asia has evolved into more than just short viral clips. Across the region, creators are using humour to tap into internet culture, relationships, politics, and everyday life — building audiences that rival traditional entertainers.
This second part of our ranking features comedians placed from No. 15 to No. 6, including stand-up comics, television personalities, and digital-native creators who continue to shape online entertainment across Asia.
The list was compiled using data from HypeAuditor, whose Audience Quality Score (AQS) measures engagement, audience authenticity, growth trends, and overall community quality to identify creators with real digital influence.
Now, here are spots 15–6.
15. Lucas Lee HanJ
Malaysian creator Lucas Lee HanJ, also known through his “Lucas Debating” content, has gained attention for videos that mix satire with debate-style commentary. His humour often revolves around social behaviour, internet discourse, and exaggerated rhetorical arguments delivered with sharp comedic timing.
Check out his Instagram profile.
14. Missy Chanpaibool
Thai comedian and content creator Missy Chanpaibool is known for humorous lifestyle videos and personality-driven social media content. Her comedy frequently parodies beauty culture, relationships, and online behaviour, combining influencer aesthetics with self-aware humour.
Chanpaibool represents the increasingly blurred line between entertainer and influencer in Southeast Asia, where digital creators often balance comedy, lifestyle branding, and online celebrity simultaneously.
Check out her Instagram profile.
13. Yono Bakrie
Yono Bakrie is an Indonesian stand-up comedian recognised for observational humour delivered in a calm, conversational style. His material often explores social behaviour, cultural expectations, and the frustrations of everyday life.
While less reliant on exaggerated internet comedy than many younger creators, Bakrie has maintained relevance through both live performances and digital clips, reflecting the continued overlap between stand-up and online entertainment in Indonesia.
Check out his Instagram profile.
12. Mikey Bustos
Mikey Bustos is among the Philippines’ most internationally recognised digital comedians. Originally known as a contender on Canadian Idol, he later built a massive online audience through humorous videos about Filipino culture, language, family life, and social habits. His “Pinoy humour” sketches became especially popular among overseas Filipino communities.
Beyond comedy, Bustos is also active in music, hosting, and educational content related to ant-keeping via AntsCanada, which has developed its own dedicated following.
Check out his Instagram profile.
11. Bray
Bray is an Indonesian content creator known for energetic sketches and humorous takes on everyday life. His videos often use exaggerated reactions and casual dialogue to turn ordinary situations into comedic moments.
Bray’s appeal lies in his accessibility and familiarity, qualities that have helped many digital comedians in Indonesia attract substantial followings without relying on traditional television exposure.
Check out his Instagram profile.
10. Kiky Saputri
Kiky Saputri is one of Indonesia’s most recognisable comedians, known for her sharp roasting style and fearless celebrity interviews. A former teacher, she rose to prominence after competing in Stand Up Comedy Academy and later became famous for her humour directed at politicians and public figures.
Beyond stand-up, Saputri has worked as an actress, presenter, and television personality, building a substantial following across Indonesian entertainment and social media.
Check out her Instagram profile.
9. Khairul Umam
Khairul Umam is an Indonesian comedian and digital creator whose content centres on relatable social situations as a firefighter. His work-based humour is generally conversational and understated, allowing ordinary interactions to become comedic through subtle exaggeration.
Check out his Instagram profile.
8. Nini2
Singaporean creator Nini2 is known for eccentric comedy videos that blend chaotic internet humour with exaggerated character performances. Her online content frequently experiments with unusual editing styles and unpredictable scenarios, appealing particularly to younger viewers familiar with meme culture and fast-paced digital entertainment.
Check out her Instagram profile.
7. Alip
Indonesian creator Alip has gained online popularity through short comedic videos centred on scenario-based social encounters, youth culture, and exaggerated everyday behaviour. His content relies heavily on facial expressions, timing, and meme music that performs well on TikTok and Instagram.
While relatively low-profile compared with mainstream entertainers, Alip reflects the rise of digital-native comedians whose audiences are built almost entirely through viral online engagement.
Check out his Instagram profile.
6. Smokey Manaloto
Smokey Manaloto is a veteran Filipino comedian, actor, and television personality whose career spans live comedy, television, and film. Known for energetic performances and accessible humour, he became a familiar face in Philippine entertainment through variety programmes and comedic acting roles.
Check out his Instagram profile.
Discover the next part of the list (numbers 5-1) on May 29.
This list was created with the help of HypeAuditor and is based on the Audience Quality Score (AQS). In case of a tie between two or more personalities, we used the engagement rate to determine the order. The keywords used in our search were 'comedian, 'humorist', and 'standup' in all Southeast Asian countries.
This story is written and edited by the Global South World team, you can contact us here.
