Aasif Mandvi

Aasif Mandvi is a British-American actor, comedian, and writer who has made a name for himself in both the theater and entertainment industries. Born in Mumbai, India in 1966, Mandvi moved to the United States with his family when he was a teenager. He attended the University of South Florida, where he earned a degree in theater.

Mandvi began his career in theater, performing in various productions in New York City. He made his Broadway debut in 2002 in the play "Oklahoma!" in the role of Ali Hakim. He went on to appear in several other Broadway productions, including "Sakina's Restaurant," "Disgraced," and "The New Yorker Festival."

In addition to his work on stage, Mandvi has also made a name for himself in film and television. He has appeared in several popular movies, including "The Proposal," "The Internship," and "Mother's Day." He has also appeared on numerous television shows, including "ER," "The Sopranos," and "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart."

Mandvi is also an accomplished writer. He has written several plays, including "Sakina's Restaurant," which was based on his one-man show of the same name. He has also written for television, including the HBO series "The Brink" and the CBS series "Evil."

Despite his success in the entertainment industry, Mandvi has also been an outspoken advocate for social justice issues. He has worked with several organizations, including the American Civil Liberties Union, to promote human rights and fight discrimination.

Mandvi's most recent work includes his role as Ben Shakir in the CBS drama series "Evil." He also appeared in the 2020 film "The Sleepover" and the television series "This Way Up."