Aasif Mandvi - Craziest Memories as a TDS Correspondent & “Evil” | The Daily Show

Former Daily Show correspondent and star of Paramount Plus’ “Evil” Aasif Mandvi reminisces with Jordan Klepper and Desi Lydic about some of his most memorable field pieces, from asking former Florida governor Rick Scott for a urine test, to nearly being arrested in a two-headed fish costume. He also discusses what it means for him to play a sexy character in the horror-comedy series “Evil.” #DailyShow #AasifMandvi #JordanKlepper #DesiLydic
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[@tulippenoire]

Aasif was one of my favorite Correspondant on TDS with Jon Stewart. He always made me laugh out loud.

[@TheUrbanEpicure]

Second best only behind Riggle

[@HuskyOwner-bl1jf]

Stewart's best quality with The Daily Show was that he had a real eye for talent A lot of his correspondents have gone on to greatness and I'm not just talking about Oliver and Colbert

[@resplendentpeace]

Agree 100%. Every episode with him was guaranteed to be hilarious. When I heard Jon was leaving, I was hoping Aasif would take over. I once heard an interviewer suggest the same thing after Trevor got it, and Aasif said it never came up and was never an option for him, because he wanted to be an actor. But he was my favorite ever.

[@Dratim-l6b]

Fr

[@SanDiegoHarry1]

I love that he has managed to play against type / avoid stereotypes as an actor. He's great.

[@user-ro2iw8rz6t]

For EX-MUSLIMS who escaped death cult of Islam and marxists in Iran and understand the antisemitic movement in France that has just won the election there it is very offensive that morons like Colbert don't realize that "far right" indicates fringe, and 30 percent of population is not far right when we say that majority of Muslims want sharia law in liberal nations, throwing off roofs for LGBTQ, hanging for apostates, stoning and other horrible acts of violence. Come on atheist republic so con artists like Jon Stewart and Colbert do not fool you with their anti-liberal marxist/socialist messages that mathematically makes the world a worst place.

[@AC3handle]

Yeah, I mean, once you get typecast as a two headed fish, it's hard to get work as any other fish.

[@mpras684]

@@AC3handle💯👊🏾

[@noahsabin7386]

Have you ever seen The Brink?

[@elfari100]

Please bring back TDS archives!! We need the perspective 😂

[@Sq7Arno]

To think a guy in a two-headed fish constume almost got arrested for tresspassing on the EPA office, but there's... can we call it "debate"???... around the January 6 hooligans.

[@pierreluc5382]

January 6 wasn't real, it was an hooligram!!??! just like Tupac!!

[@Fokko]

@@pierreluc5382Deepfake Hologram... I KNEW IT‼️🥴

[@pgknippel]

@@pierreluc5382 ...because statues are history books! And other genius stuff.

[@Billchu13]

He's brown double standard

[@user-fj4mo9xz1c]

Man, that's a poignant comparison.

[@adamjung5470]

I was in the audience. They were all SO nice.

[@mjgoodson]

Aasif was always great! Nice to see him on the show again! Get all the old correspondents on!

[@leekelley4701]

Except for colbert, he's too busy and big anyhow

[@davidh2550]

@@leekelley4701oddly, Colbert is the only one I really dislike.. love John Oliver though

[@ScottRosen-cy4ws]

Aasif is one of my heroes! Thank you!

[@user-ro2iw8rz6t]

For EX-MUSLIMS who escaped death cult of Islam and marxists in Iran and understand the antisemitic movement in France that has just won the election there it is very offensive that morons like Colbert don't realize that "far right" indicates fringe, and 30 percent of population is not far right when we say that majority of Muslims want sharia law in liberal nations, throwing off roofs for LGBTQ, hanging for apostates, stoning and other horrible acts of violence. Come on atheist republic so con artists like Jon Stewart and Colbert do not fool you with their anti-liberal marxist/socialist messages that mathematically makes the world a worst place.

[@whatisdelicious]

WHAAAAT?! What an amazing surprise! Aasif was always my favorite correspondent, I was hoping he was in the running to take over when Jon was stepping down. Went to some of his one-man shows in NYC and chatted with him afterward. Aasif is amazing.

[@NS-cs3wp]

Aasif Mandvi has always been one of my favorites! I love how ironically mean they were to him. "I'd love to say you should come back anytime but I've talked to people around here and that isn't the sentiment." Killer line.

[@OrinSorinson]

He is awesome on EVIL. One of the best shows and one of my favorites. Hope it gets to go on.

[@MarkMark]

The wiping out of the archives is the weirdest thing. We are losing our collective memory as a nation. I don’t like this at all.

[@TheWinerdar]

The "archive" is the paramount website where you used to be able to watch many paramount shows and clips...ad supported of course

[@chineserockethands4578]

It’s probably just that it cost more to store the archives than they made in revenue from people watching them.

[@AllenKnutson]

@@chineserockethands4578 From what I've read it's not about the technical aspects but about shifting legal ones, as various music changes hands, etc.

[@lfeb]

Check out episode 7 of the apple show Extrapolations

[@djones-fm1eg]

The licensing is crazy! On networks, shows typically can't even share content! ​@@AllenKnutson

[@lazyperfectionist1]

_"Sir,_ you are not a _fish!"_ 🤦‍♂😄I remember that segment. I don't think I've ever seen anything dumber. I was half expecting Aasif to sarcastically reply with something like, "Really?" and then look at his other head and say, "So I didn't really have any business _naming_ this guy, then?"

[@melissaroszkowski8911]

I completely forgot he was on TDS. He's killing it on Evil!

[@theeditorrestrial]

Yeah he is

[@Whimsicalbrainpan]

Such a great show.

[@johnfreund4456]

While I loved the job Jon and Trevor did hosting every night, I have to say that the interplay dynamics with co-hosting has taken this show where it needed to go. It’s feels like a band, and having Aasif on really shows that.

[@lovesmusic0845]

I love Evil. It’s so creative and funny at times. I wish it could go on for a couple more years.

[@vdjKryptosRock]

Whoa, where’s he been? It’s been ages! I think he was in a couple movies. 10/10

[@karenhenderson3868]

He's in a tv series called Evil. Its so fabulous!!

[@ALT-vz3jn]

You definitely need to watch Evil, he’s amazing on the show.

[@vdjKryptosRock]

@@karenhenderson3868 for sure for sure. I’ll have to check it out. Rediscovering TDS with Jon has been awesome!

[@vdjKryptosRock]

@@ALT-vz3jn I definitely do need to! I’m now getting flashbacks of him wrecking people in interviews!

[@robertt9825]

Also, if you want a fun one, look up the Elevator scene for Curb Your Enthusiasm. Absolutely hilarious. Aasif is too funny

[@fett713akamandodragon5]

Ben the Magnificent!! Love this guy, Evil is a great show, and he's always been awesome.

[@DSAK55]

My favorite Aasif Mandvi moment was when he's in front of a green screen pretending to be in Iraq at the start of the War

[@boboconnor5861]

Aasif can tell the most horrible jokes, really tasteless, and make sense, and expose hypocrisy. He's hilarious.

[@EndPoliticalCorruption]

With the fishing vest, that's standing in for a flak jacket! 😂

[@mahcooharper9577]

A couple of months ago I noticed he's the guy who Bruce Willis steals the taxi from in Die Hard With a Vengeance haha

[@georged.7889]

No way!

[@EvelynLogan-od7zc]

Mahcoo

[@mahcooharper9577]

@@georged.7889 yeah haha... Watched the movie 10 times before I noticed

[@gentlerobot6241]

he also runs Joe's Pizza shop in Spider-Man 2

[@jacovawernett3077]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂​@@gentlerobot6241

[@AxeMan808]

All of the recurring actors/actresses are great in Evil, even the daughters.

[@BobStein]

I know! Finally, kid actors portraying actual kids.

[@AxeMan808]

@@BobStein Oh man the way they talk over each other is amazing!

[@virginiamiller4890]

So great to see Aasif!!!!

[@andyb1653]

Literally my favorite correspondent from the classic Daily Show

[@MadHatterTheMatter]

"a guy named.. Terry.... TREVOR!" y'all are killing me. see you next week

[@noelramirez8187]

"Where's a show where you actually go and get to interact with demons?" "You've never been to a maga event." Also, I love his character on Evil. He adds such a genuine, serious, vibe to what couldve been a ridiculous show. He is very much a part of what makes that show great. Wish there was going to be a season 5.

[@stefanhoimes]

Klepper sadly just raised his danger level with those violent cult members. We're in a sad place when comedians need security in public :(

[@PEACE-ws6xj]

Love Evil great story and plot!

[@SWolfmoon]

Why aren't they telling people that it was picked up by Netflix?? Evil is ending on Paramount+ but will be continuing on Netflix. And too right, because it's a frakking amazing show.

[@lisarodriguez6966]

Netflix only has 2 seasons. At least right now, anyway.

[@EvelynLogan-od7zc]

Hey, I really like your profile picture and if you let me, I would make such an amazing mural out of it! If you don’t mind one of your post could be my inspiring muse for an art project i’m working on for a client. You will totally get paid for it as well as a bonus also get credits.

[@LateBloomerMedia]

​@@EvelynLogan-od7zcwhat?? Lol

[@LateBloomerMedia]

I heard there was talk of that happening, but nothing had been confirmed.. are you saying it's been confirmed?!

[@TheJeanean]

The show is ending. Netflix has old seasons but the show is still ending.

[@AfroThunder915]

@06:48 just casually BRIBING A FEDERAL OFFICER

[@EvelynLogan-od7zc]

Hello 👋

[@iancowan3527]

When I watched my first clip from "Evil" and saw they had one of Sesame Street's original case members is a nun who sees Demons as they stand right next to you! Super top quality and all the way through!

[@forexcobar7273]

One of the best to ever do it

[@nicolesummers4833]

Aasif Mandvi is the best actor on Evil. I love that series. It's so creative and different.

[@willymack44]

Ha. That batman bit was like a reverse superman. Bodega bathroom change instead of a phone booth ha. At least one of those still existed.

[@willymack44]

Jeez will. Did you not finish5th grade English. Yes barely. Exists is what you meant Yes. I know. I'm dumb.

[@willymack44]

Dev Patel and .... I can't think of another.... Rizwan Ahmed. Both badasses. Everyone would love yo look at someone that awesome. And I use awesome as awesome. Leaving you in awe.

[@Tomarrak]

I hope Desi is okay. That look she gave the camera after mentioning HR is really concerning.

[@AG-ld6rv]

Did you notice that throughout the interview she kept pushing her jaw forward? Not really sure what that usually means, but it's kinda like bruxism. Feels kind of like irritation or competition or something. Or could be stimulant stereotypy. Those aren't uncommon in show hosts.

[@vernonbandy2597]

He's the guy i was hoping would take over the show

[@Herodotus77]

Same

[@EndPoliticalCorruption]

I know Aasif was promoting a show, but I'd LOVE to see past hosts come back and reminisce for a while. Rob Riggle, Steve Carell, Jason Jones, Ed Helms, Al Madrigal, Jessica Williams, Rob Corddry, ...

[@lynnhettrick7588]

I loved Aasif in TDS and Series of Unfortunate Events!

[@humminahummina]

I miss him!!!!!

[@Pistolita221]

Jordan and Desi fighting over the spotlight is kinda funny, they seem like siblings.

[@karenhenderson3868]

Love him! Evil is my favorite show🤗

[@BobStein]

I hadn't heard of it. Just watched the pilot, then told my whole family (three daughters) they would love it too.

[@BahamutBreaker]

“Sir, you are not a fish!!” - some guy in Idaho, probably trying to find his nitroglycerin tabs

[@supersteve1585]

Amazing to think that he actually played Commander Zhao in The Last Airbender😁

[@joannejohnson7006]

One of my all time favorite series 💯👏 I wish you had another season! Thank you EVIL on Paramount 💪🏽

[@rockl.1361]

In my opinion, Aasif's asbestos segment is the best field piece the Daily Show ever did.

[@alexrice2302]

This guy is hilarious and he’s a great actor…. Also “Evil” is scary enough you might want to watch it during the day…..

[@EvelynLogan-od7zc]

Alex

[@willymack44]

Ive nearly been arrested im boise as well. Wait. It was odessa texas. Same thing.

[@julieharden2433]

I wanted Aasif to take over TDS when Jon retired. He is amazingly smart and funny.

[@LovSven2011]

Didn't even know Aasif Madvi was on the Daily show! He is a fun person, I think. The character on the show - Ben - is the one I identify with most. Love the show! Hope they make season 5 after this. Of course not at the expense of quality.

[@SafetyLighting]

Aasif is phenomenal in Evil, absolutely hysterical!

[@lxlthr4058]

Klepper is having an amazing coif day. That $hit is stacked n fluffy.

[@Julzartnerd]

i loved that he was the brown corespondent, he should do come back on Tuesdays as a host!

[@brucekaraus7330]

Aasif Mandvi is the best part of "Evil".

[@DesertPackrat]

You are allowed in unrestricted public spaces of a federal building and cannot be trespassed unless you commit a criminal act, and I don’t think how one dresses constitutes disorderly conduct.

[@leebrock4783]

1st Amendment auditors agree with you.

[@andrew.]

Those rights don't apply to fish

[@pickledragonrebel]

​@@andrew.Glub?

[@Fokko]

Here in The Netherlands is the Rule I’ve you still refuse to leave the perimeter after they ask you to do so informly formly style 3 times, From that moment it’s official trespassing❗️🥴

[@Vne87]

Hypothetically if you dressed like a weapon....🤔

[@rangerthederpgoat2326]

I love Aasif, great to see him still killing it!!!

[@laurenturner8818]

I love Aasif ❤. I hope he does more tv and movies asap

[@yamilabugattas3895]

Definitely one of the best correspondents, he had some great field pieces.

[@oxpolitik]

Miss this guy.

[@erinmac4750]

Love Aasif! 💜✊

[@pricklyprospector1208]

Great stuff, very entertaining! thankyou.

[@NewMessage]

S'kinda nice to be old sometimes.

[@Rockingruvin]

I remember Aasif... f'ing hilarious. Epic correspondent. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@joannejohnson7006]

The not fake news non news network 😂 the best

[@Ladybug211211]

Love him!!

[@clickbait007]

Amazing interview! How very nostalgic!

[@Torrana]

“Sir! You are NOT a FISH!” 😂

[@mandirants]

❤I LOVE EVIL❤ (ACTUALLY - my favorite show!) I've seen every episode and look forward to Thursdays now!😅

[@MRICCI8]

Love!

[@moomoochacoo]

Loved his interviews as a corespondent

[@rrosaseconda]

More Mandvi, Please! Can DS invite him back more often? He is great.

[@willymack44]

I loved this interview. Tha kfull i can watch without commercials.

[@catseye1009]

You gotta see him in the show “Evil”. He plays a sarcastic kinda guy with a heart and has some of the funniest lines.

[@CCGPR333]

I love this guy! He’s so talented and I love his series on Paramount!

[@HuskyOwner-bl1jf]

If people want to see more of Aasif Mandvi's work, I highly recommend the HBO series The Brink with Aasif and Jack Black It is awesome

[@matthemming9105]

GOAT

[@katalac]

He really is

[@wolfeesmom]

but that steve correll bit witth snake can never be beat

[@katechurcher4830]

Thank you for some great non political entertainment. Seriously!

[@matthuck378]

I hate the word "content" used to describe anything creative. Like a show. It's just the corporate boardroom class further dehumanizing creative people.

[@matthewsutphin7508]

Change your sheets. And go get a Quadshot espresso

[@johnnydidonna6081]

I hate that Viacom or Paramount or whichever monopoly traded MTV this week took down the archives. There are clips where the Daily Show were the only ones doing journalism, like when Jason Jones went to Wasilla when Palin was nominated. Bring back the archives!

[@hayesdabney]

Aasif is great!

[@SolarManOmega]

Everybody watch Evil, it’s lit

[@blondeenosauce9935]

I love my daily content

[@maryklokkert2195]

Love him!

[@toritori5835]

I miss Aasif so much! ❤ that guy!

[@kramer2ky]

I love this guy in animal control so funny

[@NotInTheFace111]

Im more interested in his history as Captain Zhou in that great Airbender movie jk

[@JLIV461]

Wish Evil would keep going.

[@noahsabin7386]

I need to see that chair segment

[@trowawayacc]

Aziv?! Holly ****** glad to see you survived covid!

[@Pete_R63]

I loved the show 'Evil' and then it went from the airwaves to streaming and I never saw it again. Too many streaming services out there. That has happened to several shows I watched.

[@sanyamembe1512]

Did they really get rid of the D.S. archives?? Does that mean they don't want people to see opinions and comedy that are not favorable to Trmp??😮😮

[@WickedXombieDigiKing]

Love him as ben in evil my tech guy 😮

[@whansandceros]

He was fantastic in Jericho

[@jackb8468]

man, just doing my daily political-ish consuming. this was delightful.

[@HWCism]

Another great show,

[@Armakk]

Will die on this hill... after the 2 Steves (Carell and Colbert) Mandvi was the best correspondent in Daily Show history. Yeah, John Oliver is 4th, get used to it! 😂

[@TheLastLineLive]

Aasif is great as Ben in the Evil show 👏 👏

[@msantos7755]

Best host combination!🎉

[@gentlerobot6241]

Aasif Mandvi hasn't aged a day! Put me on the Aasif Diet, I want to know his secret

[@pdoylemi]

I have to check out that show now. I loved Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel - this sounds similar.

[@milcahmotsi6917]

Why don’t they do a segment showcasing the Democratic Party and the energy they bring to this country and movement to protect democracy?

[@jeffriddle2889]

Ben's my favorite character!