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Hulu's "Deli Boys" Season 2 Set to Premiere with New Cast Additions
4/2/2026, 9:56:46 PM
Season 2 Premiere Details
Hulu's comedy series "Deli Boys" is scheduled to return for its second season on May 28, 2026. The show, produced by Onyx Collective and 20th Television, follows two Pakistani American brothers, Mir and Raj Dar, who inherit their father's deli and uncover his secret life of crime. The series was created by Abdullah Saeed and developed by Jenni Konner and Nora Silver.
New Cast Members and Character Roles
Season 2 will introduce several new recurring and guest stars. Andrew Rannells will portray Andrew Chadwater, a district attorney with aspirations of becoming mayor of Philadelphia, while Kumail Nanjiani will play Danyal, a defense attorney hired by the new character Max Sugar, portrayed by Fred Armisen. Tan France will reprise his role as Zubair, a British Pakistani gangster. Lilly Singh joins as Aisha, the wife of Maalik Ali, who is obsessed with Raj, and Robin Thede will appear as Dr. Iverson, a couples therapist with questionable ethics.
Plot Overview
The official logline for Season 2 indicates that the Dars are "drowning in dirty cash," with various criminal elements circling them. Max Sugar, a casino king and money launderer, complicates their lives by turning laundering into a chaotic situationship. Meanwhile, Raj is plotting revenge on Ahmad, and Mir is attempting to expand their business, DarCo, without causing a disaster. Andrew Chadwater aims to secure his political future with a significant drug bust.
Production Team
The series is produced under Jenni Konner Productions, with Michelle Nader serving as the showrunner and executive producer alongside Saeed, Konner, and Silver. The collaboration aims to elevate the narrative established in the first season, promising a mix of humor and drama as the characters navigate their complex lives.
Why It Matters
"Deli Boys" has garnered attention for its unique blend of comedy and crime, reflecting the challenges faced by immigrant families in America. The addition of high-profile guest stars like Rannells and Nanjiani is expected to enhance the show's appeal and broaden its audience.
Upcoming Events
As the premiere date approaches, fans are eagerly anticipating the new season's developments and character arcs, particularly how the Dars will manage their newfound wealth and the ensuing complications.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Turns out inheriting a criminal empire was the easy part… and more money really does mean more problems. This season on ‘Deli Boys,’ the Dars are drowning in dirty cash and Philly’s sketchiest crooks are circling. Enter Max Sugar (Armisen): casino king, money launderer, and Lucky’s (Jagannathan) new crush who turns laundering into a chaotic situationship. Raj (Shaikh) plots revenge on Ahmad, Mir (Ali) tries to expand DarCo without blowing it up, and Philly D.A. Andrew Chadwater (Rannells) hopes one big bust will make him mayor.” — Official logline for Season 2
- “It was truly like an exciting elevation of where we ended up in season one, so I'm just excited for people to see it,” — Asif Ali, Actor
With its mix of humor, crime, and drama, "Deli Boys" Season 2 promises to deliver an engaging viewing experience when it premieres on Hulu.
