Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Kumail Nanjiani Reflects on Eternals, Embraces Growth

12/22/2025

27 2 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

Kumail Nanjiani, actor and comedian, said his experience filming Eternals on NPR's Wild Card changed his work approach, and he is proud of his performance and would not change anything.
He noted Eternals' poor box office and critical reception but emphasized learning from experiences instead of outcomes.
The negative reception to Eternals led Kumail Nanjiani to therapy.
He recently returned to stand-up with his Hulu special Night Thoughts.

1 of 1

Story summary

Kumail Nanjiani, actor and comedian, said his experience filming Eternals on NPR's Wild Card changed his work approach, and he is proud of his performance and would not change anything.
He noted Eternals' poor box office and critical reception but emphasized learning from experiences instead of outcomes.
The negative reception to Eternals led Kumail Nanjiani to therapy.
He recently returned to stand-up with his Hulu special Night Thoughts.