"12 Surprising Facts About Hasan Minhaj You Didn't Know!"

1. Comedy Roots
Hasan Minhaj got his start in comedy after watching Chris Rock's Never Scared in college, which inspired him to start doing stand-up.

2. The Daily Show Breakthrough
His big break came when he was hired as a correspondent for The Daily Show with Jon Stewart in 2014. He became one of the most recognizable faces of the show during his time there.

3. White House Correspondents’ Dinner
In 2017, Hasan Minhaj was selected to host the prestigious White House Correspondents’ Dinner, making headlines for his sharp, fearless jokes about the Trump administration.

4. Patriot Act
Hasan Minhaj created and hosted Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj, a Netflix show that combined comedy with deep dives into political and social issues. The show ran for six seasons and won a Peabody Award.

5. First-Generation American
Born to Indian Muslim immigrant parents, Hasan frequently incorporates his experiences growing up as a first-generation American into his comedy, giving a voice to the South Asian diaspora.

6. Fluent in Multiple Languages
Hasan is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, which often adds a multicultural edge to his comedic storytelling.

7. College Rejection Story
Hasan has shared a funny yet touching story about how he got rejected by every Ivy League school he applied to, but ended up thriving at the University of California, Davis, where he studied political science.

8. Bollywood Cameo Dream
Hasan Minhaj has joked about wanting to be a Bollywood star, particularly in the role of a love interest, which he humorously claims is still on his bucket list.

9. Netflix Special
His stand-up special Hasan Minhaj: Homecoming King on Netflix was a hit, focusing on themes like race, love, and his immigrant family’s experiences. It won a Peabody Award in 2018.

10. Fatherhood Journey
Hasan became a father in 2018, and he's shared that being a dad has not only changed his perspective on life but also added new dimensions to his comedy material.

11. Early Life Struggles
Growing up in California, Hasan faced significant racism and bullying, experiences that he later turned into poignant, yet humorous, stories in his stand-up.

12. Political Activism
Aside from comedy, Hasan is known for being vocal on political issues, from racism and immigration to healthcare, using his platform to raise awareness and inspire action among young people.