Born on February 21, 1978, in Karachi, Pakistan, he moved to the U.S. for college and pursued a career in comedy. Gaining recognition through stand-up and roles in TV shows like "Silicon Valley," he co-wrote and starred in the semi-autobiographical film "The Big Sick" (2017), earning critical acclaim and an Oscar nomination for Best Original Screenplay. Transitioning into action and drama, he played a Marvel superhero in "Eternals" (2021), showcasing his versatility as an actor.
ETERNALS
Eternals is a 2021 superhero film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, directed by Chloé Zhao. It follows the Eternals, an ancient race of immortal...
SILICON VALLEY
Silicon Valley is a comedy series that follows the struggle of a group of software developers trying to make it big in the tech industry. The show...
THE LOVEBIRDS
A couple on the brink of breaking up gets unintentionally embroiled in a murder mystery. As they get closer to solving the mystery, they rediscover...
THE TWILIGHT ZONE
The 2019 revival of 'The Twilight Zone' is a modern reimagining of the classic anthology series. Hosted by Jordan Peele, each episode explores a...
THE BIG SICK
The Big Sick is a romantic comedy that tells the real-life story of Kumail Nanjiani and Emily V. Gordon's cross-cultural relationship. Kumail, a...