Kumail Nanjiani received an Emmy nomination for outstanding lead actor in a limited or anthology series or film for his harrowing dramatic portrayal in “Welcome to Chippendales.” READ MORE: Kumail Nanjiani Has Become ‘Very Uncomfortable Talking About My Body’ Since Posting Shirtless Pic Despite the fact that Nanjiani is most well-known for his humorous work on the HBO series “Silicon Valley” and films like “The Big Sick” and “The Eternals,” his performance in “Chippendales” represents a drastic shift in many respects.
The actor had already been offered “Chippendales” in 2013, but he turned it down. When asked what changed his mind, Nanjiani told Variety: “I think I felt more comfortable with myself to be able to go to sort of darker places,” he said.
Nanjiani stated that when he first began his career, he sought for roles that fit his comedic style and showcased his talent. “Now, I think my priorities for what I want out of a job have changed.
I really, really want to take a job that’s, like, 10 percent outside my grasp. I want to take a job where I’m like, ‘I don’t quite exactly know how I’m going to tackle this.
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