After moving to the U.S. for college, Pakistan-born Kumail Nanjiani went into stand-up comedy. Slowly, while taking small roles on TV and performing at comedy festivals, Nanjiani made a name for himself. His big break came with the 2017 film he wrote with his wife, The Big Sick. It was nominated for several awards, including a nomination for the Best Original Screenplay Academy Award. Enjoy the full and insightful biography about this brash, trail-blazing talent.