Never Have I Ever

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Never Have I Ever is a coming-of-age TV comedy series created by Mindy Kaling and Lang Fisher. The series, which premiered on Netflix in 2020, follows the life of Devi Vishwakumar, a first-generation Indian-American teenager navigating high school while dealing with the loss of her father.

Devi, played by Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, is determined to improve her social status and navigate the complexities of teenage life, all while balancing her Indian heritage and American upbringing.

Making / Production

The show was co-created by Mindy Kaling and Lang Fisher, drawing on Kaling's own experiences as an Indian-American teenager. The series received critical acclaim for its representation of South Asian culture and the portrayal of a strong female lead navigating adolescence.

Actors

• Maitreyi Ramakrishnan as Devi Vishwakumar - A confident and determined high school student.
• Poorna Jagannathan as Dr. Nalini Vishwakumar - Devi's strict yet loving mother who is navigating life as a widow.
• Darren Barnet as Paxton Hall-Yoshida - Devi's crush and popular high school jock.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Never Have I Ever is loosely based on Mindy Kaling's own experiences growing up as an Indian-American in the US.
• The show received praise for its diverse cast and authentic portrayal of the experiences of first-generation immigrants.

Awards

No awards listed for the TV show Never Have I Ever.

Quotes

• "I'm a stone-cold sober virgin, so you know I'm not obsessed with sex like every other teenager." - Devi Vishwakumar
• "You have ruined India for me!" - Dr. Nalini Vishwakumar

Music

• The series features a soundtrack that includes a mix of popular songs and original music to complement the storyline and emotional arcs of the characters.