How Romesh Ranganathan overcame troubled past after homeless struggle & why humour pulled him through tragic death shock

IT’S a family bond that has seen them face heartbreaking betrayal, homelessness and a tragic death – now Romesh Ranganathan and his mum Shanthi have become a favourite TV double act.

Postal worker Shanthi is fast becoming a celebrity in her own right and has a starring role in the 46-year-old comedian’s new prime-time comedy series Parents Evening, cementing their position as mum and son comedy double act.