With Netflix’s 2025 lineup packed with thrilling genres, including horror, crime, and more, comedy continues to shine as the ultimate feel-good genre. Always ready to lift spirits, Netflix has delivered plenty of stand-up specials, from The Roast of Tom Brady to Vir Das: Losing It. Now, there is another name making waves in the comedy scene—Nimesh Patel. As his special captures attention, fans are eager to discover who Nimesh Patel is on Netflix.

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Nimesh Patel, born in 1986, is a talented American comedian and writer, best known for making history in 2017 as the first Indian-American writer for Saturday Night Live. Initially, Netflix had planned to release his stand-up special, Instant Karma, on April 1, 2025, as per Variety. However, adding another layer of comedy in the form of an April Fools' Day surprise, the streaming giant revealed that instead of the original special, they will produce a brand-new one for Patel, set to be filmed later this year.

Instead of releasing Instant Karma, Nimesh Patel will showcase some of its material on YouTube. His upcoming special will be adding to the streamer's bustling array of sitcoms. Patel, with several independently released specials, has earned recognition from Netflix’s Robbie Praw, who expressed excitement over Patel’s unique perspective and welcomed him into the Netflix family. However, Nimesh Patel's comedy once sparked immense backlash due to its theme.

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Nimesh Patel, previously involved in controversies at Columbia University, performed comedy on topics that some found offensive.

During his performance at a Columbia University event, comedian Nimesh Patel found himself at the center of controversy. Invited by the Asian American Alliance (AAA) to perform at the charity showcase, Patel’s standup, which explored his experience living in a diverse New York neighborhood, crossed boundaries for some in the audience. His jokes, including a comment about a gay Black man, were deemed offensive by the event’s organizers, leading to his removal from the stage after just 30 minutes.

During his performance, Nimesh Patel made a remark that equated sexuality to a race, which led to backlash from the Asian American Alliance at Columbia University. Despite their disapproval, Patel defended his jokes as reflections of the real world. Now, with Netflix offering him a larger stage, there is significant anticipation surrounding how Patel will use his new platform to craft material that balances boldness with broader appeal.

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