SA comedian takes New York by storm

DREAM COME TRUE

- CANDICE SOOBRAMONEY

IN A WORLD where opportunities knock at the most unexpected times, Wesley Chetty’s journey from a small town in South Africa to the bustling streets of New York is nothing short of extraordinary.

Now 37, this former Newcastle resident is making waves as a marketing manager at PepsiCo, having relocated to the US in September 2023.

But Chetty is not just about the corporate grind; he’s also a comedian, singer, avid traveller and social media personality.

His life took a turn when he was offered a position on PepsiCo’s global team — a dream come true that he describes as “one of the most exciting chapters of my life”.

“They covered every aspect of my relocation, my flights, shipping, the works, and honestly, who would say no to that?”

If you have not yet heard of Chetty, check out his social media pages, more so to hear the antics of his opinionated alter-ego, who, despite not having a name, he says is more than just a gossipy South African Indian aunty.

“I've always loved emceeing functions from weddings and birthdays to corporate events.

“During the Covid-19 pandemic, I decided to take that energy online. It started with family videos. I experimented with accents, and one day a follower asked ‘what about an Indian aunty?’ I borrowed a scarf from my mum, grabbed an old phone, and the rest is history.