‘Montreal’s Got Jokes’ comedy festival features homegrown talent [Video]

Comedian and producer Ali Mohammadi says almost anything goes starting July 13 at the first edition of “Montreal’s Got Jokes.”

“We’re in Quebec, so definitely politics is involved,” said Mohammadi.

“Every comedian has their own story. So whether it’s politics or whether it’s their own life story involved with politics, I’m sure they can do that. But it’s also summer, it’s Montreal and and whatever people talk about these days.”

Mohammdi’s co-producer is no stranger to comedy. Sid Khullar is world-famous comedian Sugar Sammy’s baby brother.

“My brother Sugar Sammy has been nothing but supportive in the endeavors that we’re taking on. So you might see him out of one or two shows, but he’s going to be a surprise guest,” Khullar said.

Meanwhile, comedian Joanna Sevarajah says you don’t have to be daring to take in one of the 65 shows, but it helps.

“There’s a lot of first …