Zakir Khan facing the audience during “Papa Yaar.” (Netflix)

Zakir Khan hit Netflix this September with “Papa Yaar,” a stand-up special tackling a universal rite of passage: realizing your father is actually an ordinary human, not an all-powerful dictator.

We’ve all been there. You spend your youth rebelling against your dad’s wisdom, convinced he exists solely to ruin your fun. Then adulthood hits, and you realize every life lesson keeping you afloat was quietly built by the man whose advice you spent a decade ignoring.

“Papa Yaar” pairs Zakir’s sharp wit with genuine warmth, charting the hilarious transition from fearing your father to understanding his fears, flaws, and humanity, and ultimately, gaining a true friend. It’s funny, deeply nostalgic, and remarkably sincere. Stream it on Netflix with your family, share a laugh, and when the credits roll, do yourself a massive favor.

Pick up the phone and call your dad.