Nazeem Hussain has emerged as one of Australia's brightest comedic talents, celebrated for his sharp wit and charismatic presence both on television and stages worldwide.
His Netflix special, "Nazeem Hussain: Public Frenemy," filmed at the prestigious Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal, debuted globally in 2019 to critical acclaim and a surge in his fan base. The special was praised by Funny Or Die and Chortle, cementing Nazeem's reputation as a standout performer.
In late 2018, Nazeem captivated audiences with his prime-time TV comedy series, 'Orange Is The New Brown,' aired on Channel 7. As creator and star, Nazeem collaborated with industry luminaries like Claudia Karvan, Tim Minchin, Urzila Carlson, and Kat Stewart, creating sketches that went viral, collectively viewed by over 10 million people online.
Stand-up comedy remains Nazeem's passion and forte. He won the Best Newcomer Award at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival and earned two nominations for the Helpmann Award for Best Comedy Performer. His 2019 tour, 'Basic Idiot,' marked his fifth consecutive stand-up success, drawing record audiences across major Australian cities and supporting Aziz Ansari during his 2019 Australia tour.
Nazeem's television career includes the groundbreaking show 'Legally Brown,' which aired on SBS Television for two seasons (2013-2014). The series received acclaim for its daring content and earned a nomination for Most Outstanding Comedy at the 2015 Logie Awards. Additionally, Nazeem made his American TV debut as a correspondent on Netflix's 'Bill Nye Saves the World,' alongside the renowned scientist and TV personality Bill Nye.
A seasoned international performer, Nazeem has graced stages worldwide, from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival to London's Soho Theatre, and across New Zealand, Paris, Belgium, China, Singapore, Malaysia, and the US (including opening for Dave Chappelle in New York City). Notably, he performed to a crowd of 2,500 in Sri Lanka, where the Prime Minister and his wife watched from the front row seated on thrones.
Nazeem Hussain continues to captivate audiences globally with his unique blend of humour, cultural insight, and fearless comedic exploration.
