About Just Another Immigrant

"Just Another Immigrant" is a comedic docu-series, premiered in 2018, that follows popular UK-based, Sri Lankan comedian, Romesh Ranganathan as he unfolds his personal experienc, uprooting his entire family and transplanted them over 5,000 miles away to Los Angeles, USA. This series is a hilarious illustration of Romesh's attempts to integrate himself into the American society, pursue his career goals and set a stable, comfortable life for his family -- all shot with candid realism and a distinct understanding of the humor in culture clash.

Making / Production

The television series was created and produced by Benjamin Green and was aired on Showtime. Featuring ten half-hour episodes, "Just Another Immigrant" is produced by renowned producers Ranganathan, Christopher Storer, and Benjamin Green, with a unique blend of an unscripted, documentary style format that offers an insightful, intimate look into the process of assimilation from a unique, immigrant perspective.

Actors

• Romesh Ranganathan as Himself - The lead actor of the show, Romesh portrays the humorous and at times challenging experiences of an immigrant trying to make it in the USA.
• Shanthi Ranganathan as Herself - Playing Romesh's mother, Shanthi adds a layer of authenticity and charm to the immigrant experience depicted in the series.
• Vetri Maaran as Himself - Vetri Maaran brings to life Romesh's Uncle Ragu in this comedic docu-series effectively amplifying the humour.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Romesh is a well-renowned comedian in the UK before he took his career to the next level in Los Angeles.
• The entire Series is unscripted, based on actual events in his life.
• Romesh Ranganathan is actually a mathematics teacher turned comedian.

Awards

As of now, 'Just Another Immigrant' has not received any awards.

Quotes

• "There's no failing. There's only not trying hard enough."
• "I've left everything I know to come to America to try and make it."

Music, Soundtrack

The music of the television series helps set the tone for the lighthearted comedic take on serious topics like immigration and family. However, as of now, there are no specifics available about individual tracks and composers in the show's soundtrack.