Danny Pudi

Danny Pudi

46 · Born: Mar 10, 1979

Personal Details

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BornMar 10, 1979 Chicago, Illinois, USA

Biography

Daniel Mark Pudi, a gifted American actor, was born on March 10, 1979, and has since left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. He is most notably recognized for his captivating portrayal of Abed Nadir in the NBC sitcom Community, which aired from 2009 to 2015, garnering widespread acclaim and recognition.

Throughout his time on the show, Pudi received an impressive three nominations for the prestigious Critics' Choice Television Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series, a testament to his exceptional talent and dedication to his craft.

In addition to these nominations, Pudi also received one nomination for the TCA Award for Individual Achievement in Comedy, further solidifying his status as a talented and accomplished actor in the industry.

Pudi's remarkable performance as Abed Nadir not only earned him critical acclaim but also endeared him to audiences worldwide, cementing his place as a beloved and respected figure in the world of television.

Danny Pudi's acting career has spanned a wide range of projects, including his notable role in the popular television series Community, which he has been a part of since its inception.

In addition to his work on Community, Pudi has also made a name for himself in the world of television, starring in the Apple TV+ comedy series Mythic Quest since its debut in 2020.

In the series, Pudi plays the character of Brad Bakshi, bringing his unique comedic talents to the role.

However, Pudi's acting career is not limited to television, as he has also appeared in a number of films, including the independent movie The Tiger Hunter.

Directed by Lena Khan and funded through a Kickstarter campaign, The Tiger Hunter is a heartwarming and humorous exploration of the immigrant experience.

Released in 2016, the film showcases Pudi's ability to take on a wide range of roles and bring depth and nuance to his characters.

Navid Pudi, a multifaceted artist, has expanded his creative horizons by delving into the realm of short filmmaking. In his thought-provoking and entertaining short film, Running, Pudi has demonstrated his versatility as both writer and actor.

Within this poignant and humorous piece, Pudi takes on the lead role, embarking on a mission to uncover the truth about his father's life.

Career

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2025
Going Dutch
Going Dutch as Major Abraham Shah
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2024
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2023
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Strange Planet
Strange Planet as Regular (voice)
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2022
Transformers: Earthspark
Transformers: Earthspark as Bumblebee (voice)
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Transformers: EarthSpark
Transformers: EarthSpark as Bumblebee (voice)
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2021
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Calls
Calls as Dr. Burman (voice)
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This Duckburg Life
This Duckburg Life as Huey Duck (voice)
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Summer Camp Island
Summer Camp Island as Cookiesmell (voice)
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2020
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Mythic Quest
Mythic Quest as Brad Bakshi
{"id":137285,"title":"Babysplitters","year":"2019","character":"Jeff Penaras","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/babysplitters","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_137285.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_137285.jpg"},"released":1}
2019
Babysplitters
Babysplitters as Jeff Penaras
{"id":140564,"title":"Good Girls Get High","year":"2018","character":"Mr. D","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/good-girls-get-high","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_140564.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_140564.jpg"},"released":1}
2018
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2017
The Tiger Hunter
The Tiger Hunter as Sami Malik
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Powerless
Powerless as Teddy
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DuckTales
DuckTales as Huey Duck (Voice)
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2016
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Angie Tribeca
Angie Tribeca as Garth Tweedner
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2015
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2014
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2013
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2012
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2011
Hoodwinked Too! Hood vs. Evil
Hoodwinked Too! Hood vs. Evil as Little Boy Blue (voice)
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2009
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Community
Community as Abed Nadir
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2023
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2014