Kumail Nanjiani

Kumail Nanjiani, born in 1978, is a Pakistani-American stand-up comedian and actor whose work in Silicon Valley and The Big Sick solidified his comedic talent and screen presence. Co-writing and starring in The Big Sick earned him and his wife Emily V. Gordon an Academy Award nomination. Nanjiani's versatility is evident in his diverse roles, from the animated character Prismo in Adventure Time to the MCU's Eternals and What If...? series. He was also recognized by Time magazine as one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2018. His recent performance in Welcome to Chippendales garnered a Primetime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie, cementing his status as a formidable actor in both comedy and drama.