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“I grew up on American pop culture so everything that I fantasized about to get out of this sort of humdrum world of Bradford was about America. So when we decided to move there I was on the plane.”

Quote by Aasif Mandvi

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Aasif Mandvi is an accomplished Indian-American actor recognized for his diverse roles in film, television, and theater. Born on March 5, 1966, Mandvi has made a significant impact with his versatile performances. He is notably known for his role in 'The 40-Year-Old Virgin' and his tenure as a correspondent on 'The Daily Show with Jon Stewart'. more

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