Omid Djalili is a British-Iranian stand-up comedian, actor, and writer known for his energetic performances and broad appeal. Born in London in 1965 to Iranian parents, he initially pursued acting before transitioning into stand-up comedy.
He gained early recognition at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, where his shows won critical acclaim and awards. Djalili quickly became a major figure in UK comedy, known for his physical comedy, impressions, and playful engagement with cultural identity.
Alongside stand-up, he has built a successful acting career, appearing in films such as Gladiator, The Mummy, and Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End. He has also appeared in numerous television programmes and hosted his own shows.
Djalili’s comedy often explores multiculturalism, stereotypes, and global politics, delivered with high energy and charisma.
Biography
Omid Djalili is a British-Iranian stand-up comedian, actor, and writer known for his energetic performances and broad appeal. Born in London in 1965 to Iranian parents, he initially pursued acting before transitioning into stand-up comedy.
He gained early recognition at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, where his shows won critical acclaim and awards. Djalili quickly became a major figure in UK comedy, known for his physical comedy, impressions, and playful engagement with cultural identity.
Alongside stand-up, he has built a successful acting career, appearing in films such as Gladiator, The Mummy, and Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End. He has also appeared in numerous television programmes and hosted his own shows.
Djalili’s comedy often explores multiculturalism, stereotypes, and global politics, delivered with high energy and charisma.