“The Sinnerman” on ITV’s The Chase, Award-Winning Stand-Up Comedian, British Quizzing Champion & Former Junior Doctor
Paul Sinha’s Biography:
Paul Sinha is a celebrated triple-threat personality, a highly accomplished comedian, a record-setting professional quizzer and a popular radio and television presenter. He is globally recognised as “The Sinnerman”, one of the formidable Chasers on ITV’s smash-hit quiz show The Chase, where his intelligence and quick wit have made him a household name since his debut in 2011.
Sinha’s career began unexpectedly as a junior doctor, an experience that fueled his transition into stand-up comedy. He quickly established himself on the comedy circuit, gaining early recognition by placing third in the Hackney Empire New Act of the Year in 1999. His comedic prowess was solidified when he won the prestigious Best Club Comedian prize at the Chortle Awards in 2014. He remains one of the UK’s top live comedians, having performed nine successful, often sell-out shows at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Beyond comedy, Paul’s quizzing ability is world-class. He is the 2019 British Quizzing Champion and has featured on high-level shows including University Challenge: The Professionals, Mastermind and Brain of Britain. He is also a prominent voice across BBC Radio 4, regularly featuring on shows like The News Quiz, The Now Show and Just a Minute. He is the author of the books One Sinha Lifetime and Paul Sinha’s Real British Citizenship Test.
As a speaker, Paul Sinha is highly sought-after for his blend of cerebral insight and stand-up performance. He brings a masterclass in hosting and after-dinner entertainment, serving a high-profile clientele that includes O2 Credit Suisse, the ECB, Legal & General and Citigroup, as well as hosting major awards ceremonies across various industries.
Why Hire Paul Sinha?
Paul Sinha offers a unique speaker experience, blending high-level intelligence and award-winning comedic timing. Recognised globally as “The Sinnerman” from The Chase, he is a proven host and after-dinner performer with clients like Credit Suisse and O2. Paul provides witty, engaging, and memorable entertainment perfect for awards ceremonies and corporate events, drawing lessons from his varied life as a doctor, a comedian, and a professional champion.
Paul Sinha’s Career Highlights:
Below showcases Paul Sinha’s inspirational career highlights throughout the world of quizzes :
- 2025 – Launched a new, critically acclaimed BBC Radio 4 series, “Paul Sinha’s Puzzles and Paradoxes,” which explores the philosophy of competitive knowledge, human memory, and intellectual strategy.
- 2019 – Achieved the highest honour in the UK quizzing circuit by becoming the British Quizzing Champion, confirming his status as an elite master of knowledge outside of television.
- 2017 – Completed a highly successful national tour following the positive reception of his one-man show, Shout Out To My Ex, which had sold-out runs at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
- 2014 – Recognised by the industry’s premier comedy awards as the Best Club Comedian at the prestigious Chortle Awards, marking a significant milestone in his stand-up career.
- 2011 – Made his debut as “The Sinnerman,” one of the original and most popular Chasers on ITV’s hugely successful daytime quiz show, The Chase.
- 1999 – Gained early recognition in the comedy world by finishing in third place at the respected Hackney Empire New Act of the Year competition.
- Mid-2000s – Made the career-defining transition from working as a junior doctor in the NHS to dedicating himself fully to a professional career in stand-up comedy and entertainment.
Videos
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Testimonials
“Paul was great and really got the crowd engaged and lifted the mood as soon as he went on stage, we’ve had amazing feedback from our employees. We were running a bit late on the day, but Paul was really accommodating, so it was greatly appreciated.” – David, Executive Assistant, Beiersdorf
“Paul was an absolute joy to work with. He came to the hotel and myself and my CEO, Alan Banks, met with him and showed him around the venue and also the room we had booked for him. He was on time for the drinks reception and was exceptional with our guests, posing for selfies and chatting away. When we sat down for dinner Paul went to the green room for a while, but was back in time to be on stage for his guest speaker slot. To say he went down a storm would be an understatement, he was so open, honest & funny and everyone loved him. He was nothing like the shy unassuming person we’d had a call with and met earlier that night. Once he finished his guest speaker slot, he stayed on stage to present the awards and just made it his own, bringing his unique sense of humour making it such an amazing night. Finishing the night, he joined our guests in the networking area for a few hours, chatting with them and again getting some selfies in. We would highly recommend Paul for any event, he is warm, friendly, accommodating and extremely clever and funny. Thank you again and we look forward to working with you again this year.” – Angela, Events Planner & Office Supervisor, Techworks
“Can you pass on a massive thanks to Paul for the session today! We’ve had really good feedback from everyone on it.” – Tom, Mondelez
“Thank you so much to Paul for hosting our first ever pub quiz for media. He brought such fun and energy to the room. We had a lot of national titles in attendance and we received incredibly positive feedback. He went above and beyond, thinking of bonus questions on the spot and interacting with our guests during the breaks, which really made the evening extra memorable for all.” – Freesat
“Paul delivered a brilliant session on his coming out story and all the challenges that presented for him. He was extremely engaging, personable and didn’t extremely open to answering any questions the audience had. Everyone loved the session and felt they learnt so much from Paul’s story!” – Tom
“I just wanted to say a massive thank you to Paul this morning. He gave such a wonderful talk and I have received tonnes of feedback from our colleagues to say how inspirational, witty and personable he was. We are so chuffed, so please pass on my gratitude. It was also lovely that he stayed to have some photos with colleagues and engaged in conversations with them after the talk had finished.” – Ellie, Employee Engagement Administrator, Lidl
Speaking Topics
Paul Sinha’s Official Keynote Topics:
- The Psychology of Peak Performance and Quizzing
- From Medicine to Media: A Career Reinvention
- Quick Wit, Adaptability, and Communicating Under Pressure
- Diversity, Identity, and Authentic Leadership
How Much Does Paul Sinha Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire Paul Sinha?
The cost of hiring Paul Sinha varies depending on your event format, location and speaking requirements. For an accurate quote tailored to your needs, please contact a London Keynote Speakers Agency booking agent for expert guidance.