Kumail Nanjiani

Q: Has Kumail Nanjiani won any awards?

Kumail Nanjiani has received several awards, including a Critics' Choice Award for Best Comedy Special for 'Kumail Nanjiani: Beta Male.' He was also nominated for an Emmy Award for his writing on 'Silicon Valley.'

Q: What was Kumail Nanjiani's first film?

Kumail Nanjiani's first film role was in 'The Meltdown with Jonah and Kumail' in 2014, but he gained wider recognition with 'The Big Sick' in 2017, which he co-wrote and starred in.

Q: What is Kumail Nanjiani's background?

Kumail Nanjiani was born in Karachi, Pakistan, and moved to the United States for his studies. He has often drawn on his cultural background in his comedic work, exploring themes of identity and family.

Q: What TV shows has Kumail Nanjiani been in?

Kumail Nanjiani is best known for his role in the HBO series 'Silicon Valley,' where he played Dinesh Chugtai. He has also appeared in shows like 'The X-Files' and 'Portlandia.'

Q: What is Kumail Nanjiani's estimated net worth?

Kumail Nanjiani's estimated net worth is around $8 million, which he has earned through his successful career in acting, writing, and stand-up comedy.

Q: What defines Kumail Nanjiani's comedy style?

Kumail Nanjiani's comedy style is characterized by a mix of personal anecdotes and cultural commentary. He often uses his experiences as an immigrant to explore broader social issues with humor.

Q: Is Kumail Nanjiani involved in any upcoming projects?

Kumail Nanjiani is set to star in the upcoming film 'Atsuko Okatsuka: Father,' which is highly anticipated by fans and showcases his continued growth as an actor.

Known for

The Big Sick (2017)

IMDb 7.5 / 10

2017 / Comedy, Drama / 120 min

Pakistan-born comedian Kumail Nanjiani and grad student Emily Gardner fall in love but struggle as their cultures clash. When Emily contracts a mysterious illness,...

Migration (2023)

2023 / Action, Adventure / 83mins

After a migrating duck family alights on their pond with thrilling tales of far-flung places, the Mallard family embarks on a family road trip,...

Eternals (2021)

IMDb 6.3 / 10

2021 / Action, Adventure / 156 min

The Eternals are a team of ancient aliens who have been living on Earth in secret for thousands of years. When an unexpected tragedy...

Name

Kumail Nanjiani

Height

5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)

Born

21 February 1978, Karachi, Pakistan

Spouses

Emily V. Gordon (2007–present)

Children

1 child

Parents

Shahid Nanjiani, Arooj Nanjiani

Estimated Net Worth

$8 million

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2026	Movie The A List: 15 Stories from Asian and Pacific Diasporas Sandra Oh, Sen. Tammy Duckworth, Kumail Nanjiani, Amanda Nguyen, Connie Chung, and beyond: their worlds may be disparate, but they’ve...	Self	TMDB 10.0 / 10
2026	TV Funny AF with Kevin Hart Kevin Hart travels the country with the help of comedy legends to find the next stand-up superstar — with the...	Self - Judge	TMDB 7.0 / 10
2026	Movie Over Your Dead Body A dysfunctional couple head to a remote cabin to "reconnect", but each has secret intentions to kill the other.	Hollywood Dan (uncredited)	TMDB 6.5 / 10
2026	TV The Screener Wary of sending out digital links, an independent filmmaker presents her latest film to a talent agency in their private...	Parker Harrison	Not rated
2025	Movie Kumail Nanjiani: Night Thoughts After nearly a decade away, Kumail Nanjiani returns to Chicago, where he got his start in standup, in a new...	Self	TMDB 7.2 / 10
2025	Movie Ella McCay An idealistic young politician juggles familial issues and a challenging work life while preparing to take over the job of...	Trooper Nash	TMDB 5.6 / 10
2025	Movie Driver's Ed A group of teens hit the road in a stolen driver's ed car, racing against time to help a lovesick...	Mr. Rivers	TMDB 6.8 / 10
2025	TV Deli Boys When their convenience store-magnate father suddenly dies, a pair of pampered Pakistani American brothers lose everything and are forced to...	Danyal Khan	TMDB 6.3 / 10
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2024	TV Grave Conversations An unforgettable journey into the depths of human existence, while David Dastmalchian guides his guests through discussions that delve into...	Self	TMDB 10.0 / 10
2024	TV Fallout The story of haves and have-nots in a world in which there's almost nothing left to have. 200 years after...	Xander Harkness	TMDB 8.1 / 10
2024	Movie Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire The Spengler family returns to where it all started - the iconic New York City firehouse - to team up...	Nadeem	TMDB 6.5 / 10
2024	TV After Midnight Celebrated comedian Taylor Tomlinson hosts the smartest show on television about the dumbest things on the internet alongside a panel...	Self	TMDB 5.5 / 10
2023	Movie Migration After a migrating duck family alights on their pond with thrilling tales of far-flung places, the Mallard family embarks on...	Mack Mallard (voice)	TMDB 7.4 / 10
2023	TV Krapopolis In mythical ancient Greece, a flawed family of humans, gods and monsters tries to run one of the world’s first...	Spartan Army Leader (voice)	TMDB 7.2 / 10
2023	TV Adventure Time: Fionna and Cake Fionna and Cake – with the help of the former Ice King, Simon Petrikov - embark on a multiverse-hopping adventure...	Prismo (voice)	TMDB 8.6 / 10
2023	TV Dr Phil LIVE! From the hilariously twisted mind of comedian Adam Ray, comes Dr Phil Live.	Self	TMDB 10.0 / 10
2023	TV Project Greenlight In this revival of the groundbreaking series, Issa Rae, Kumail Nanjiani, and Gina Prince-Bythewood search for Hollywood’s next great director.	Self	TMDB 1.0 / 10
2023	Movie Attack of the Doc! Before the rise of big tech, social media and Marvel movies, Attack of the Show! chronicled the rise of nerd...	Self	TMDB 5.3 / 10
2023	Movie Money Shot: The Pornhub Story Featuring interviews with performers, activists and past employees, this documentary offers a deep dive into the successes and scandals of...	Self (archive footage) (uncredited)	TMDB 5.8 / 10
2023	TV History of the World: Part II Explore different periods of human history through a variety of sketches.	Vatsyayana	TMDB 5.7 / 10
2023	TV Poker Face Follow Charlie Cale, a woman with an extraordinary ability to tell when someone is lying, as she hits the road...	Joseph 'Gator Joe' Pilson	TMDB 7.4 / 10
2022	TV Welcome to Chippendales The outrageous story of Somen “Steve” Banerjee, an Indian immigrant who became the unlikely founder of the world’s greatest male-stripping...	Somen 'Steve' Banerjee	TMDB 6.5 / 10
2022	TV The Jennifer Hudson Show Talented entertainer and newly-minted EGOT Jennifer Hudson takes on the daytime talk show landscape.	Self	TMDB 5.6 / 10
2022	Movie Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return This special explores the return of Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker to the screen, as well as Ewan McGregor and...	Self - Haja Estree	TMDB 6.8 / 10
2022	TV Bee and PuppyCat Bee is a young lady trying to make her way in the world. She often acts before thinking, which can...	Howell (voice)	TMDB 8.5 / 10
2022	TV Obi-Wan Kenobi During the reign of the Galactic Empire, former Jedi Master, Obi-Wan Kenobi, embarks on a crucial mission to confront allies...	Haja Estree	TMDB 7.0 / 10
2022	TV The Boys Presents: Diabolical From some of the most unhinged and maniacal minds in Hollywood today comes this animated anthology series, a collection of...	Vik (voice)	TMDB 7.1 / 10
2022	Movie Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Eternals Join director Chloe Zhao and the Cast of Eternals as they recount their experiences during the making of Marvel Studios’...	Self - Kingo	TMDB 7.1 / 10
2022	TV Murderville Eccentric detective Terry Seattle teams up with clueless celebrity guest stars to investigate a series of murders in this improvisational...	Kumail Nanjiani	TMDB 6.4 / 10
2021	Movie Eternals The Eternals are a team of ancient aliens who have been living on Earth in secret for thousands of years....	Kingo	TMDB 6.8 / 10
2021	Movie A Night at the Academy Museum Exclusive look at the movies' 120-year history as well as an insight into the largest institution in the U.S. dedicated...	Self	TMDB 7.0 / 10
2021	TV Only Murders in the Building Three strangers share an obsession with true crime and suddenly find themselves wrapped up in one.	Rudy Thurber	TMDB 8.4 / 10
2021	TV What If...? Taking inspiration from the comic books of the same name, each episode of this animated anthology series questions, revisits and...	Kingo (voice)	TMDB 8.0 / 10
2021	Movie Roll Up Your Sleeves This variety special aims to educate viewers, raise awareness and dispel concerns surrounding the COVID-19 vaccines, all with the goal...	Self	TMDB 7.5 / 10
2020	Movie Death to 2020 2020: A year so [insert adjective of choice here], even the creators of Black Mirror couldn't make it up… but that doesn't...	Bark Multiverse	TMDB 6.5 / 10
2020	Movie The Lovebirds A couple experiences a defining moment in their relationship when they are unintentionally embroiled in a murder mystery. As their...	Jibran	TMDB 6.1 / 10
2020	Movie Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020 Artists, athletes, musicians, commencement speakers, influencers, and cultural icons will show their support for the High School Class of 2020.	Self	TMDB 8.6 / 10
2020	TV Reunited Apart Josh Gad reunites the cast and crews of various classic movies, and discusses the the films in hilarious yet heartfelt...	Self	TMDB 5.5 / 10
2020	Movie Dolittle After losing his wife seven years earlier, the eccentric Dr. John Dolittle, famed doctor and veterinarian of Queen Victoria’s England,...	Plimpton (voice)	TMDB 6.6 / 10
2019	Movie Celebrating Marvel's Stan Lee Filmed in part in front of a live audience at The New Amsterdam Theater in New York City, this Stan...	Self	TMDB 7.1 / 10
2019	TV Bless the Harts The lives of a group of Southerners who are always broke as a joke and struggling for the American dream...	Jesus (voice)	TMDB 6.5 / 10
2019	TV The Kelly Clarkson Show Kelly Clarkson presents the biggest newsmakers and names in film, television and music; as well as emerging new talent and...	Self	TMDB 6.3 / 10
2019	TV Good Talk with Anthony Jeselnik Comedian Anthony Jeselnik interviews fellow comedians about their careers, influences and other topical issues.	Self	TMDB 6.9 / 10
2019	TV The Boys A group of vigilantes known informally as “The Boys” set out to take down corrupt superheroes with no more than...	Kumail Nanjiani (uncredited)	TMDB 8.4 / 10
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2017	TV Big Mouth Teenage friends find their lives upended by the wonders and horrors of puberty in this edgy comedy from real-life pals...	himself (voice)	TMDB 7.6 / 10
2017	Movie The Lego Ninjago Movie Six young ninjas are tasked with defending their island home of Ninjago. By night, they’re gifted warriors using their skill...	Jay (voice)	TMDB 6.5 / 10
2017	Movie A Happening of Monumental Proportions During the course of one day, a group of students at a school in Los Angeles find themselves caught up...	Perry	TMDB 5.2 / 10
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2016	Movie Brother Nature Roger, a straight-laced politician has big plans to propose to his dream girl at her family's lake house. But everything...	Riggleman	TMDB 5.1 / 10
2016	TV HarmonQuest A comedic journey into the hilarious world of fantasy roleplaying with Dan Harmon and his Comedian Companions.	Eddie Lizzard	TMDB 7.8 / 10
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2016	TV Chelsea It's not her first talk show, but it is a first of its kind. Ideas, people and places that fascinate...	Self	TMDB 5.1 / 10
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2013	TV Drunk History Historical reenactments from A-list talent as told by inebriated storytellers. A unique take on the familiar and less familiar people...	Lakota Chief	TMDB 6.8 / 10
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2011	TV Franklin & Bash When they're not hanging out at their favorite hot dog stand pontificating on what they'd go through to enjoy a...	Pindar Singh	TMDB 7.3 / 10
2011	TV Traffic Light Brothers-in-arms Ethan, Adam and Mike have been friends since college and have seen each other through highs and lows. Now...	Paul	TMDB 6.8 / 10
2011	TV Portlandia Satirical sketch comedy set and filmed in Portland, Oregon that explores the eccentric misfits who embody the foibles of modern...	Denim Salesman	TMDB 6.9 / 10
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2011	TV Bob's Burgers Bob's Burgers follows a third-generation restaurateur, Bob, as he runs Bob's Burgers with the help of his wife and their...	Skip Marooch (voice)	TMDB 7.8 / 10
2010	TV Conan A late night television talk show hosted by Conan O'Brien.	Self	TMDB 7.2 / 10
2010	Movie Life As We Know It After a disastrous first date for caterer Holly and network sports director Messer, all they have in common is a...	Simon	TMDB 6.9 / 10
2010	Movie Reggie Watts: Why Shit So Crazy? One of the most fascinating and unique artists working today, Reggie Watts combines looped vocals created live on stage with...	Unknown character	TMDB 6.0 / 10
2010	TV The Green Room with Paul Provenza Comedian and director of the obscenely hilarious hit film The Aristocrats, Paul Provenza invites some of the biggest names in...	Self	TMDB 8.1 / 10
2010	TV Adventure Time Young Finn and his shape-shifting dog buddy, Jake, go on a series of surreal adventures as they journey through the...	Prismo (voice)	TMDB 8.5 / 10
2010	TV Ugly Americans Social worker Mark Lilly helps new citizens—both human and "other"—begin the process of adapting to life in the Big Apple,...	Neilando Patel (voice)	TMDB 8.2 / 10
2009	TV Community Follow the lives of a group of students at what is possibly the world’s worst community college in the fictional...	Lapari	TMDB 8.0 / 10
2009	TV Archer Smart-mouthed superspy Sterling Archer and his dysfunctional team of secret agents turn dangerous missions into messy misadventures around the globe.	Farooq Ashkani (voice)	TMDB 7.9 / 10
2009	TV Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen Bravo network executive Andy Cohen discusses pop culture topics with celebrities and reality show personalities.	Self - Guest	TMDB 5.0 / 10
2009	TV Michael & Michael Have Issues Longtime collaborators Michael Ian Black and Michael Showalter (co-founders of The State comedy troupe, which spawned the same-named MTV show)...	Kumail	TMDB 5.0 / 10
2009	TV RuPaul's Drag Race Join RuPaul, the world's most famous drag queen, as the host, mentor and judge for the ultimate in drag queen...	Self - Guest Judge	TMDB 7.5 / 10
2003	TV The Ellen DeGeneres Show The Ellen DeGeneres Show, often shortened to just Ellen, is an American television talk show hosted by comedian/actress Ellen DeGeneres.	Self	TMDB 5.5 / 10
2003	TV Jimmy Kimmel Live! Jimmy Kimmel Live! is an American late-night talk show, created and hosted by Jimmy Kimmel and broadcast on ABC.	Self - Guest Host	TMDB 5.3 / 10
2003	TV Jimmy Kimmel Live! Jimmy Kimmel Live! is an American late-night talk show, created and hosted by Jimmy Kimmel and broadcast on ABC.	Self - Guest	TMDB 5.3 / 10
2000	TV Aqua Teen Hunger Force The surreal adventures of three anthropomorphic fast food items: Master Shake, Frylock and Meatwad, and their human nextdoor neighbor, Carl...	Bees (voice)	TMDB 7.5 / 10
1997	TV The View ABC Daytime's morning chatfest, currently featuring Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin, Sara Haines, Alyssa Farah Griffin, and Ana Navarro...	Self - Guest	TMDB 4.3 / 10
1997	TV The View ABC Daytime's morning chatfest, currently featuring Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin, Sara Haines, Alyssa Farah Griffin, and Ana Navarro...	Self	TMDB 4.3 / 10
1993	TV The X-Files The exploits of FBI Special Agents Fox Mulder and Dana Scully who investigate X-Files: marginalized, unsolved cases involving paranormal phenomena....	Pasha	TMDB 8.4 / 10
1993	TV Late Show with David Letterman David Letterman uses mature humor to appeal to his audience in this weeknight series, which gets its music from a...	Self - Guest	TMDB 6.4 / 10
1992	TV MTV Movie & TV Awards The annual film & TV awards show presented by MTV. The nominees are decided by producers and executives at MTV...	Self - Presenter	TMDB 8.1 / 10
1989	TV The Simpsons Set in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday adventures of the Simpson family;...	Theo (voice)	TMDB 8.0 / 10
1988	TV LIVE with Kelly and Mark A morning talk show with A-list celebrity guests, top-notch performances and one-of-a-kind segments that are unrivaled on daytime television, plus...	Self	TMDB 5.6 / 10
1979	TV Laugh Factory The Laugh Factory is a premier stand-up showcase featuring legendary icons and comedy’s brightest rising stars. Originally hosted by its...	Self	Not rated
1975	TV Saturday Night Live A late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The show's comedy sketches, which parody contemporary...	Self - Host	TMDB 6.9 / 10
1975	TV Saturday Night Live A late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The show's comedy sketches, which parody contemporary...	Self - Cameo (uncredited)	TMDB 6.9 / 10
1975	TV Good Morning America Good Morning America is a daily American television show on the ABC television network. The program features news, interviews, weather...	Self - Guest	TMDB 4.9 / 10
1953	TV The Oscars An annual American awards ceremony honoring cinematic achievements in the film industry. The various category winners are awarded a copy...	Self - Presenter	TMDB 7.0 / 10
TBA	Movie Compulsive Liar A remake of the French-Canadian film of the same name	Simon	Not rated
TBA	TV Very Young Frankenstein Inspired by Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein. Plot TBA.	Unknown character	Not rated
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TBA	Movie Thread: An Insidious Tale A husband and wife enlist the help of a spell to travel back in time in order to prevent the...	Unknown character	Not rated

Year	Title	Role	Rating
2026	Movie See You When I See You With the help of his family, a comedy writer battles PTSD after the tragic death of his sister.	Producer Production	Not rated
2025	Movie Kumail Nanjiani: Night Thoughts After nearly a decade away, Kumail Nanjiani returns to Chicago, where he got his start in standup, in a new...	Writer Writing	TMDB 7.2 / 10
2025	Movie Kumail Nanjiani: Night Thoughts After nearly a decade away, Kumail Nanjiani returns to Chicago, where he got his start in standup, in a new...	Executive Producer Production	TMDB 7.2 / 10
2025	$Is / Was \ Will poster$ Movie Is / Was \ Will In a dystopian world view conjured entirely from existing footage, a surveillance professional risks imprisonment or worse to pursue love...	Executive Producer Production	Not rated
2023	TV Project Greenlight In this revival of the groundbreaking series, Issa Rae, Kumail Nanjiani, and Gina Prince-Bythewood search for Hollywood’s next great director.	Executive Producer Production	TMDB 1.0 / 10
2022	TV Welcome to Chippendales The outrageous story of Somen “Steve” Banerjee, an Indian immigrant who became the unlikely founder of the world’s greatest male-stripping...	Executive Producer Production	TMDB 6.5 / 10
2020	Movie The Lovebirds A couple experiences a defining moment in their relationship when they are unintentionally embroiled in a murder mystery. As their...	Executive Producer Production	TMDB 6.1 / 10
2020	TV Little America Observe the funny, romantic, heartfelt, inspiring, and surprising stories of immigrants in America.	Executive Producer Production	TMDB 6.6 / 10
2017	Movie The Big Sick Pakistan-born comedian Kumail Nanjiani and grad student Emily Gardner fall in love but struggle as their cultures clash. When Emily...	Executive Producer Production	TMDB 7.3 / 10
2017	Movie The Big Sick Pakistan-born comedian Kumail Nanjiani and grad student Emily Gardner fall in love but struggle as their cultures clash. When Emily...	Writer Writing	TMDB 7.3 / 10
2013	Movie Kumail Nanjiani: Beta Male In his debut stand-up special, Kumail Nanjiani talks about all the things that terrify him completely.	Writer Writing	TMDB 5.8 / 10
TBA	Movie Compulsive Liar A remake of the French-Canadian film of the same name	Screenplay Writing	Not rated
TBA	Movie Compulsive Liar A remake of the French-Canadian film of the same name	Executive Producer Production	Not rated
TBA	Movie Sidekicks When the fairy tale heroes go missing, the sidekicks step up to save the day and prevent the villains from...	Screenplay Writing	Not rated
TBA	TV Sex Criminals Suze is a normal girl with an extraordinary ability: when she has sex, she stops time. One night, she meets...	Executive Producer Production	Not rated
TBA	TV Sex Criminals Suze is a normal girl with an extraordinary ability: when she has sex, she stops time. One night, she meets...	Creator Creator	Not rated

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2026 / TMDB 10.0

Over Your Dead Body

2026 / TMDB 6.5

Kumail Nanjiani: Night Thoughts

2025 / TMDB 7.2

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Driver's Ed

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The Big Sick (2017)

Migration (2023)

Eternals (2021)

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