Omid Djalili
Omid Djalili is a British-Iranian comedian and actor known for his energetic performances and sharp wit. He has appeared in numerous films and television shows, including 'The Infidel' and 'Notting Hill', often incorporating his cultural background into his comedy, making him a prominent figure in the UK's comedy scene.
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Omid Djalili is an Iranian British comedian who expressed concern for the team's safety on social media.
Iranian women’s soccer team forced to sing national anthem ahead of Asian Cup match, sources tell CNN
United States· 2026-03-06
Omid Djalili is trying to amplify the voices of the people of Iran amid the protests.
Iranian cultural figures condemn internet blackout as ‘blatant tool of repression’ | Iran
United Kingdom· 2026-01-11
Djalili remarked on the radical change in the situation of Iranian protesters.
Iran, il regime spara sulla folla: «Almeno 65» vittime, più di 2.000 arresti, ospedali al collasso. Trump: «Pronti ad aiutare» L'appello di Panahi: «Repressione sfacciata, date voce al nostro popolo»
Italy· 2026-01-11
Omid Djalili's performance included jokes about Saudi culture.
Iza kulisa kontroverznog festivala komedije
Montenegro· 2025-10-13
Omid Djalili defended his participation in the Riyadh comedy festival as a chance for cultural exchange.
We know what the comedians got out of the Riyadh comedy festival. What about the Saudi regime? | Jonathan LiewUnited Kingdom· 2025-10-09
Omid Djalili also appeared as a headliner at the festival.
‘Amoral, evil’: vitriolic backlash builds against comics who played Riyadh festival | ComedyUnited Kingdom· 2025-10-09
Omid Djalili is a standup comedian, actor and writer who performed at the Riyadh comedy festival after years of turning down offers due to Saudi Arabia's human rights record.
I have been criticised for being part of the Riyadh comedy festival. This is why I did it | Omid DjaliliUnited Kingdom· 2025-10-08
Omid Djalili performed at the festival and was noted for making jokes about Saudi culture.
‘No puedo creer que dijeran esas cosas en Arabia Saudita’: el festival de comedia que se celebra en uno de los países más conservadores del mundo
Panama· 2025-10-07
Comedian Omid Djalili had 'done his homework' on the region, attendees said.
Inside the controversial Riyadh event starring comedians Dave Chappelle, Bill Burr, Jack Whitehall and Jimmy CarrUnited Kingdom· 2025-10-04Omid Djalili plays Steve, Linda's husband in Bridget Christie's show The Change.
Bridget Christie on brain fog, flirting, and why she won’t be taking a lover: ‘My heart is full. I am open to it, but I’m not looking for it’ | Bridget ChristieUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-29
