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Aasif Mandvi - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 05, 1966 |
|---|---|
| Age | 60 |
| Birthplace | Bombay (now Mumbai), Maharashtra, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also Aasif Mandvi's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Comedy correspondent on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, roles in HBO's The Brink, CBS's Evil, and films such as The Internship and The Last Airbender. |
Intro
Aasif Mandvi is a British-American actor, comedian, and writer best known for his work as a correspondent on "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart" and for his roles in film, television, and theater.
Early Life & Background
Aasif Mandvi was born in Mumbai, India, and moved with his family to Bradford, England, when he was one year old. At age 16, he relocated to the United States, settling in Tampa, Florida. He attended the University of South Florida, graduating with a degree in theater.
Career Highlights
- Served as a correspondent on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart from 2006–2015.
- Starred as Dr. Akhund in HBO's The Brink (2015).
- Currently stars as Ben Shakir on the CBS/Paramount+ supernatural drama Evil (since 2019).
- Appeared in major films including The Internship (2013), The Proposal (2009), and The Last Airbender (2010).
- Award-winning playwright and performer for 'Sakina's Restaurant' (Obie Award winner).
Trivia
- Mandvi moved between three continents during his early life: Asia, Europe, and North America.
- He published a memoir titled 'No Land’s Man' in 2014.
- He became a U.S. citizen in 1998.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Aasif Mandvi?
Aasif Mandvi is 60 years old.
When was Aasif Mandvi born?
Aasif Mandvi was born the 5 March 1966.
Where is Aasif Mandvi from?
Bombay (now Mumbai), Maharashtra, India.
On His Birth-Day
About March 5th, 1966, in brief:
- Historical events: On March 5, 1966, Marvin Miller, an economist for the United Steelworkers of America, was elected as the first full-time executive director of the Major League Baseball Players Association (MLBPA). His appointment marked a significant shift in the union's direction, leading to major gains for players, including salary increases and the advent of free agency.
- Day of the week: March 5th, 1966 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: The Ballad Of The Green Berets by Barry Sadler
- #1 UK song: The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine Anymore by The Walker Brothers
- Popular movie: Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? directed by Mike Nichols
Check the link for more news and curiosities on March 5th, 1966.