Hasan Minhaj

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Peabody Award-Winning Comedian
Creator and Host, Netflix's 'Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj'

Pioneering, two-time Peabody Award-winning comedian Hasan Minhaj is the creator of Netflix's comedy show, Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj, which brought an inclusive and nuanced perspective to global news, politics and culture.

As Host of The Daily Show Trevor Noah wrote in TIME: "Patriot Act is the manifestation of Hasan’s whip-smart commentary, charisma and sincerity. It’s also a consistent reminder that Hasan is America. And America is Hasan.”

Named to TIME's "100 Most Influential People in the World," Minhaj originally rose to prominence as a senior correspondent on The Daily Show. He has gone on to host the White House Correspondents' Dinner and air his own critically-acclaimed one-hour Netflix comedy special, Hasan Minhaj: Homecoming King.

A first generation American, Minhaj comes from a Muslim family originally from India. In his comedy and at speaking engagements, he draws on his personal history and the immigrant experience to explore the modern cultural and political landscape with depth and sincerity.

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Past Hosts Include:

The Infatuation's EEEEEATSCON Festival
Palo Alto Networks
HubSpot
Arizona State University

Humbleriot
The Infatuation
Drury Design Dynamics

Rave Reviews About Hasan Minhaj

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Thank you all for making this weekend with Hasan possible. It was incredible!

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Hasan Minhaj - I asked President Obama if he's depressed!? | Hasan Minhaj Podcast - Get Sharable Link

Hasan Minhaj - I asked President Obama if he's depressed!? | Hasan Minhaj Podcast

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Morning Show - Hasan Minhaj Talks Family And Comedy, Future Of ‘Daily Show’ | Today Show [8:07]

In Conversation - Deep Cuts with Hasan Minhaj | U. of Indiana [16:04]

Late Show - Hasan Minhaj Talks Male Friendships, Seeing His Dad Cry and Confederate Statues | The Tonight Show [8:45]

Blog Interview - Hasan Minhaj ON How To Strategically Express Yourself & Take Criticism Positively | Jay Shetty Podcast [42:02]

Virtual Discussion - Social Justice and the workplace, and how we grow | WSJ-The Future of Everything [8:50]

Virtual Keynote - Rubrik Forward Digital Summit [40:53]

In Conversation - Host Hasan Minhaj Speaks On His Hit Netflix Talk Show | Build [28:14]

Keynote - White House Correspondents Dinner Full Address [25:26]

Talks & Conversations with Hasan Minhaj

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Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj

Award-winning comedian HASAN MINHAJ brings the honest, nuanced and inclusive commentary he is known for on Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj to life for audiences nationwide. Diving into today's cultural and political landscape-- everything from immigration policies, to consumer trends, to global poli ...

Award-winning comedian HASAN MINHAJ brings the honest, nuanced and inclusive commentary he is known for on Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj to life for audiences nationwide.

Diving into today's cultural and political landscape-- everything from immigration policies, to consumer trends, to global politics-- with depth, sincerity, and humor, Minhaj provides audiences with a perspective not often covered in mainstream media and leaves them thinking differently about current events. He can provide an interactive speech or explainer on any of the topics covered on this list of episodes.

It Pays to Bet on Yourself

Throughout his career, award-winning comedian HASAN MINHAJ has learned that often the most successful and interesting projects are explorations of the self. By candidly speaking to his personal experiences and family history as an Indian-American Muslim, as well as sharing his passions-- from the NB ...

Throughout his career, award-winning comedian HASAN MINHAJ has learned that often the most successful and interesting projects are explorations of the self. By candidly speaking to his personal experiences and family history as an Indian-American Muslim, as well as sharing his passions-- from the NBA to hip-hop-- Minhaj has created groundbreaking programs and comedy that resonate with audiences and critics alike.

In these honest, empowering, and, at times, hilarious, remarks, Minhaj reveals why being unapologetically yourself pays off. He inspires audiences to take risks, and speak from a place of honesty.

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Hasan Minhaj asked President Obama what we’re all wondering – and the revelatory conversation covered mental health, optimism, and hope

Peabody Award-winning comedian HASAN MINHAJ interviewed President Barack Obama, and their conversation touched on mental health, optimism, and hope. In a conversation that was both entertaining and profound, Minhaj asked President Obama what he does in the face of overwhelming hopelessness. While he is known for his indomitable hopefulness, President Obama revealed how the current state of the world can become depressing, even for him. President Obama shared the #1 tactic he uses to sustain a positive mindset – maintaining perspective. He went on to say that mindset shifts toward positivity are what “matters.” He continued, “It can sustain your spirit.”

Minhaj – who appears in No Hard Feelings and Disney’s Haunted Mansion, among numerous other projects as an actor and screenwriter – is an award-winning comedian and influential cultural critic. Minhaj creates one-of-a-kind experiences that reveal new perspectives for the audience through his comedic genius, astute observations, and his gift for asking powerful questions.

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‘Hasan Minhaj Doesn’t Know’ makes a splash in politics

Two-time Peabody Award-winning comedian and former The Daily Show host HASAN MINHAJ kicked off his eponymous series, Hasan Minhaj Doesn’t Know. Opening with an interview featuring Elizabeth Warren, the show promises to bring forward the “biggest names in politics, culture, and tech.” Vulture shares that fans are excited about the show’s projection of “what a Hasan Minhaj-hosted Daily Show would look like.”

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Press & Media

This Isn't a Puff Piece About Hasan Minhaj - Glamour

Hasan Minhaj Wants to Update the Late-Night Comedy Model With ‘Radioactive’ Topics - Vulture

Hasan Minhaj Is Ready for the Big Leagues - Vanity Fair

100 Most Influential People of 2019 - TIME

The Future of Creativity - The Wall Street Journal

Hasan Minhaj On ‘Patriot Act,’ Kanye’s Presidential Candidacy And The Need To ‘Connect The Dots’ - Uproxx

Riz Ahmed And Other Muslim Artists Launched A Fellowship For Muslim Filmmakers, And It’s About Time - Buzzfeed

Hasan Minhaj's Style of Comedy Comes From His Lived Experiences - Miami New Times

Hasan Minhaj Is Building With Light - Cultured Magazine

Spotify to Launch Shows With Hasan Minhaj, ‘Call Her Daddy’ Host Alex Cooper for Live Audio Rebrand - The Hollywood Reporter

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Biography

Hasan Minhaj is the host and creator of the weekly comedy show, Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj, that premiered on Netflix in October 2018. The series explores the modern cultural and political landscape with depth and sincerity through his unique comedic voice.

Minhaj earned rave reviews for his one-hour Netflix comedy special, Hasan Minhaj: Homecoming King, that earned him a 2018 Peabody Award, and for his performance hosting the 2017 White House Correspondents' Dinner.

A first generation American, in November 2014 Minhaj joined The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, where he was Jon’s last hire as a correspondent, and he continued on in that role after Trevor Noah took over as host the following year. He remained on the show through August 2018. In 2021, he got a major recurring role on the second season of the drama series The Morning Show.