Before The Shadows: Kayvan Novak

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@kayvan_novak joins us for a brand new episode of #BeforeTheShadows! Fly on by, and don’t forget - it’s B.Y.O.D.B (Bring Your Own Drug Blood) 🩸🦇

[@vanessapurdy4143]

i love how much Kayvan clearly loves just casually slipping into Nandor's character

[@janinesharp2980]

Vanessa Purdy What you said is true. I just got a Cameo video from Kayvan doing Nandor. It was freaking amazing. I can’t quit watching. My husband thinks I’m obsessed and he’s right!

[@emmacassidy8482]

He's just a big kid

[@DogFoxHybrid]

He's just doing his parents' Iranian accents.

[@dannydethanos6994]

I love slipping into nandors character I can’t imagine if I was him. “Are you filming my anus again!?”

[@Ufor332]

@@dannydethanos6994 where does he say that lol

[@WormBabyZ]

Kayvan losing it at Harvey singing like Marilyn Monroe. GOLD.

[@rj3892]

I'm absolutely dying over his smile while he tries not to break character

[@kevis89]

Lol, and he follows it up with “Marylin…Manson.”

[@clanbigger4]

I love that kayvan is prob the softer spoken person in real life & harvey is louder but the character dynamic is juxtaposed to their personalities. absolute theatrical genius

[@eyezodiotic3197]

It literally is 😂 I saw an interview where Harvey was saying that people are shocked he's exactly nothing like Guillermo but instead he's very loud and extroverted

[@lawrenceberny4490]

This is the best content I did not know existed

[@keegantunks1953]

I love that Kayvan wanted an episode where everyone swapped bodies except Nandor and with the Cloak of Duplication episode they essentially did that concept reversed 😂

[@LovelyLadyLaudanum]

And with The Wellness Center! (Sadly not a Lush)

[@stevewalker1021]

It’s hilarious that Nandor is so crafty. Creepy paper, glitter paintings. I’d like to see more of that. Very impressed with Kavlan’s skill with voices!

[@1BrknHrtdRomeo]

LOL "creepy" paper xD Oh that killed me haha

[@mrbejam]

So deliciously macabre!

[@camogrrl]

Skill with voices? His own voice [at the fitness club possessed by matt] and nandors voice is hardly a meryl Streep-like cornucopia

[@pumpkinhills7611]

Yaay 666th like!

[@allyrose6437]

@@camogrrl are you kidding, he did their voices so well! It wasn't a voice recording!!! I'd like to see you try and fail terribly after saying that

[@catleaxmas5416]

Kayvan as Nandor is the best thing that happen in this world.

[@Golden90960]

One THOUSAND percent

[@blueberrydragon5160]

Nah, It’s Harvey as Guillermo 😊

[@Fnuller92]

I love him! Also his and Guillermos relationship and chemistry

[@gorgonseye2447]

I am so glad there is a cool persian character on TV, that is not a "terrorist or a pimp". We don't need a politically correct version of a white hero. We need more original characters like Nandor!

[@DarthwRath]

@@harrylumley2851 and had 37 wifes. Hail Nandor

[@matlohn9381]

@@harrylumley2851 still pretty cool

[@blueberrydragon5160]

And over time became a stupid soooft booooy

[@meechipeachi]

One of my first boyfriends as a teenager was a Persian descent. And I was just fascinated with the culture. And the more I learn, the more fascinated I get

[@MgnHeart]

Vampires kind of are terrorists

[@timenotime]

i can see harvey trying so hard not to laugh during the skit it's hilarious

[@darthwrath4236]

This is some top notch stupid humor via improv. Kayvan is a genius with the accent and it's understandable why he loves Nandor.

[@blackhand95]

Why is this so obscure!? This should have been given some publicity I'm so glad I found this :)))

[@Theremedialgash]

just found it kayvan and harvey pissing about across the pomd - what joy. x

[@SwedeProof]

Agree, Dovah! Literally, it popped up just now on my YT, although I've watched and "Liked" every available WWDITS vids

[@morganphenix374]

Seriously, after watching the series I was so sad it ended... too find this was like thinking the oreo cookies were all gone then finding a whole other row!

[@Yeahyankee]

Words cannot describe how much I love Kayvan Novak and how hard he tries not to laugh through this whole beginning skit.

[@melopsia]

kayvan laughing at his own jokes gives me life

[@Rhyanon582]

This tickles me. It fills me with so much joy to hear Kayvan talk about how much he loves playing Nandor since Nandor is my all time favorite vampire. You guys really bring these characters to life and it’s nice to see you have so much fun doing it. I hope I get the chance to meet him and the others at a Con one day and say thank you in person.

[@Lulittlefield5866]

Harvey’s haunted 1000 yard stare as Nandor gets every question wrong but insist he’s the greatest is so so funny props to these guys for being so in character

[@DarthwRath]

23:06 Kayvan breaks at his own genius improv. It's lovely. 30:34 "each episode is 17 minutes long..." *theme song*. And Kayvan impersonates a spot on Laszlo

[@monmog7465]

i must say kayvan's abily is extremely impressive but im even more impressed by the fact that he didnt get sued for any of his prank calls

[@kafkaseyebrows]

"you keep that up we'll have an uncoupling you'll never forget, huh? you want to get uncoupled?" 20:17 nandermo confirmed 💕

[@realhousewifeoftransylvania1.0]

Seriously can not get enough of this!🖤🦇 Nandor is the most amazingly hilarious character ever! Kayvan is a comedic genius😍 and the whole cast is brilliant together!

[@lLadyAszneth]

And he's a total hottie hunk of vampire man! * HubbaHubba* 😍😍😍

[@jaspergoe2517]

I absolutely adore this show and think I qualify to be considered a superfan. Kinda bummed there isn't a bigger fandom :(

[@Guimui]

Enjoy it now before insane fans ruin it.

[@sithlord_dani]

I feel like it will grow once the next season comes out!

[@my1birdhouse]

@@sithlord_dani it needs to be put out there on different streaming services to be accessible to a wider audience. Not everyone has Hulu..

[@lergia]

same

[@kimd7835]

hello from the future where a bunch of fanfic-writing types seem to have binged it in the last week or two, hope you like it here

[@sarahgarland3769]

Kayvan broke for a minute after saying genitals. LOL

[@lLadyAszneth]

Yes he did. He did it twice. Yes, the "genitals' part that had me falling off my chair, BUT just a few seconds into Guillermo singing "Happy BDay Mr. President" and the 7:26-:27 mark before the 2nd one. Again, just too hilarious!

[@mrrd4444]

The one at 23:10 killed me

[@lLadyAszneth]

@@mrrd4444 - RIGHT! It was HILARIOUS! I can see this as an SNL skit with either Harvey or Kayvan, or BOTH as SNL guests! 😂🤣😂

[@Elnont]

Kayvan is actually hilarious lmao.

[@Movingmts111]

Also foine af 👀🥵

[@WormBabyZ]

It's SO weird to hear Kayvan's natural voice/accent. lol Both Harvey and Kayvan are so beautiful, though.

[@kierannair5645]

not even five minutes into the video and i've laughed myself into oblivion

[@darkOmniRa02]

The finale was incredible, very well-written and paid off the arc and development of Guillermo and Nandor's relationship so well.

[@ReAnderson]

Its so cool to see The amazing friendship, and dare I say, familiarity, between Not only Nandor and Guillermo, but between Harvey and Kayvan. There's a lot of love there.....and I mean that in the most pure, honest, and respectful sense. What We Do In The Shadows, this show, and you guys ("Fuck-ing Guy!") absolutely rock.

[@anjanamenda6030]

Thank you guys for doing this. Also, Kayvan you have no idea how much joy Nandor and this show give me. You talk about your love for Nandor. Multiply that by 10 and that's how I feel. It makes me happy to see how much you guys truly enjoy your work. Waiting for season 3 now.

[@jesrox15]

I love Nandor!!

[@OctagonalGolbat]

Literally crying with laughter, the comedic timing and chemistry is off the charts with these two

[@peoplez129]

The casting on this show is absolutely perfect. I hope the people in charge realize that if this show ever gets cancelled, it's not because it was bad or because audiences didn't want it, it would be strictly down to some mistake in the corporate side of the equation.

[@hydramori]

hmmm, have a crush on both of these men now

[@lLadyAszneth]

Ah, My eyes are only for NANDOR, and HE can be as "Relentless" with me as he wants! WOOO!

[@merebrillante]

As a child, I watched old reruns of the Christopher Lee Dracula movies, and developed a deep and abiding crush on Peter Cushing, who played Van Helsing. So while I’m attracted to Kayvan Novak IRL, my inner nerd is always rooting for Guillermo.

[@chrols]

Kayvan’s reaction to “happy birthday” kills me 😂

[@scemo39]

kayvan breaking during Happy Birthday Mr President is a delight I crying

[@davidmadera009]

ah yes, we love kayvan so much

[@maxx1mus1041]

Just watched the season finale,i love the show so much im so glad were getting a season 3

[@lLadyAszneth]

Agreed! It's far too good to only have two seasons! I hope we get at least 5-6! *sigh* ... yeah. i've got a thing for Nandor. Need me some MORE Nandor, WOOO!!! (: D\

[@merwinpique]

The show is amazing.

[@Lauren_Ipsum]

@@lLadyAszneth it got renewed for an order of 6 seasons at least so you got your wish!!!

[@lLadyAszneth]

@@Lauren_Ipsum - Yes, YES! I am a little behind but I'm halfway through the current season and Guillermo! He got a lil ' shady businesses goin on here. And oddly, I am loving little kid Colin! But got me some new, confused as ever, Nandor! He's so damn lovable. 🥰💘💋

[@binoodle511]

Lmao kayvan losing it at genitals made my day

[@vamppilled]

i keep replaying that part it’s so funny for no reason

[@Zibbop]

I’m convinced now that Nandor plays Kayvan on occasion, not the other way around.

[@Rosalind-butNotThatOne]

Kayvan's laugh is so pure

[@AGothNamedWednessday]

I feel like I've struck gold finding this

[@laurenw.2615]

Nandor singing Gaga

[@janinesharp2980]

Lauren Waldow I don’t think Laszlo is into it as much as the others. He looks pretty grumpy and moody in the videos I’ve seen where the cast is together.

[@sam8404]

@@janinesharp2980 he seemed alright in the videos I've seen.

[@zombvee39]

@@janinesharp2980 his face is just like that lolol

[@athriftygoddess6501]

@@janinesharp2980 Matt Berry is self-admittedly a very shy person. He just doesn’t like doing interviews, which is why I think people see him come across as not into it, but he’s really just not comfortable when he’s not playing a character.

[@danielmontanelli6168]

@@janinesharp2980 he really enjoys the role he says it’s the purest form of escapism - I think the interview are just meh to him

[@claudiagomes1104]

Kayvan breaking character at 23:10 made my day

[@weegee1204]

Was this scripted or improvised??? It seems impossible to be that someone could do in-character inprov as well as this, but I'd believe it just bc of how great they both are.

[@arbyswitch5580]

if someone is comfortable enough with a character/relatively facile with improv its not too difficult

[@rainebat]

maybe there’s like a general idea sheet thing? but he’s energy i wouldn’t be surprised if it was completely improv

[@camogrrl]

Says someone who never went to drama school. Improv exercises are a daily thing and doing it for hours and hours is nothing. Yes they are good. But this isn’t magic, they aren’t exceptional ! All actors can, It’s training and talent.

[@lestatsluv317]

@@camogrrl I bet you are really fun at parties ....🙄

[@PuffTheMagicEnby]

@@camogrrl calm down time buddy.

[@capbruh2555]

Best comedy on television now. N'uff said.

[@LibraProject0000]

Does anyone else binge watch every episode multiple times per week. The cast of The writers creators everyone is absolutely amazing and I wouldn't change a thing about the show.

[@chrols]

These two are improv gold… ✨

[@markhendry7084]

This is superb. Took me too long to finally watch the show after loving the movie. Now I can't get enough and this is exactly the type of thing I'm after. Thank you!

[@08Gothgown]

It's great watching this video in hindsight because you see some of the things Kayvan envisioned in the new series

[@marikiwi]

Right there with you haha. I didn't know this was a thing!

[@muskanchoradia]

Same here!

[@imliteralyjust3405]

THE CONFETTI IS SENDING ME INTO THE ATMOSPHERE

[@kateyepawtch]

Kayvan went red after making the lush joke cwdhfbrhfeb

[@kafkaseyebrows]

lmao "like twilight...gets me in the mood" "...what?"

[@pattybrowning9643]

Not to sound like a dirty old woman, but damn, Kayvan has a definite fan so in love with him and his character as well with this 58 year old red headed old fart! He is amazing and a wonderful treat to see and to watch indeed! And Harvey you too are a complete treat my dear!~ I so look forward to each and every season! Much love and many hugs to everyone, cast and all in the show! Makes my world so worth it all!

[@williamkjwilliamkj1815]

Dry poops! Rofl! The characters in this show are some of the best I have seen in a while. Would love to see Rhys Darby make a cameo.

[@destinyalexandria6658]

The “ like twilight “ gets me everytime

[@VikingVern7]

I love watching these guys talk. They should do stuff like this more often.

[@Morwenna16]

I’m getting through some shitty shitty time so I’m glad I found this vid cause it’s been too long since I laughed and smiled that much. You guys are too funny, can’t wait for season 4!!

[@barnabascollins1779]

pls do this again the expanse until season three is relentless and I need to see guillermo and nandor passively bicker until then

[@grumpy_poo]

I wish I had found this ages ago.... it came up randomly on my you tube.... Hilarious.... we all need a good laugh , they hit the spot... The theme tune is brilliant too....

[@AGothNamedWednessday]

I love watching Harvey trying hard not to laugh

[@bethanjones9667]

The improv at the beginning is a delight 😂

[@christinabailey553]

I have never seen Wolf of Wall Street. I thought he was ecolocating.

[@undead567]

This is gold. I hope this video never ever ever comes down.

[@No1fan15]

The hindsight on "maybe he doesn't want to be a vampire anymore" has me rolling

[@elizabethperez3039]

Thank you so much for providing this content. I'll miss y'all so much until the 3rd season!!!

[@Sikik1313]

"This is not a bokaké is glitter" - Nandor

[@nathgangma]

"If you keep that up, you will have a uncoupling that you will never forget. " Haha

[@Ravynwulf]

Omg, these two are so perfect together! Clever and really funny for my personal taste. 🦇💋🦇 They make me genuinely, physically laugh, which rarely happens anymore.

[@Dogspark841]

This show gives so much. The cameos. This. The acting in the show is so good lol. They do tend to occasionally put jokes in there that feel a bit dated however, but I still love it. Almost like leftover ideas leftover from the 2014 movie. Don't get me wrong I love this show, just a minor critique.

[@kahlua_coco]

Thank you all so much!! This was amazing! 💕

[@rjsorrento8298]

Lush will never be the same for me again in the best way possible

[@monicamackenzie1619]

OMG this is hilarious! Today is my birthday and I celebrated watching your show which I love . You two are amazing actors! Your improvisation is so good! Thank you so much for doing this you made me so happy! I am Hispanic and I am enjoying this show so much I love the fact that Guillermo is descendent of Van Helsing, it makes so much sense since Latinos have a multitude of European background so this is hilarious. I loved this Zoom it was amazing I laughed so hard I had to watch it twice. Than you again!

[@elizabethbrunning5518]

Thank you so much for doing this, it honestly made a tough week a whole lot better. :)

[@aburamegirl8267]

I'm obsessed with Harvey's hair throughout the series like woof, sir, please

[@fat-cat-6840]

I kind of ship their characters after that one episode in season 2. 😅

[@kafkaseyebrows]

i ship them so hard

[@fat-cat-6840]

@@kafkaseyebrows good taste!

[@ellief9339]

I love you guys so much!! Thank you

[@JTheTeach]

SEASON 3 HERE WE COME!! Lord please..

[@elenaheinisch2461]

"Are you trying to film my anus again???" we need a backstory for that pls

[@eabhaishere4558]

so glad we've confirmed theatre goth Guillermo

[@krudeddie]

Most time on a show i like there is 1 or two members of the cast that i don't like but for the first time this show has cast the perfect team

[@lararesende7499]

"Like Twilight" kkkkkkkkkkkk Nandor ama Crepúsculo kkkkkkkkkkkk

[@pj.2445]

my fav cast ever

[@Baileef]

How am I just finding this ?!?!? ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@aliyahadaanni]

Novak is so handsome 😍

[@TerriDien]

Thank you - I loved this!!!

[@AGothNamedWednessday]

omg I haven't laughed this hard in so long, you guys are amazing improvers,

[@trer8]

Jeez, I watched a ton of Facejacker and Fonejacker, never bothered to see who he was. Man, Taika Waititi got a steal of a cast!

[@LusciousTwinkle]

You are so right and Tbh they carry the whole thing. Taika should have written this with Jemaine. They are magic together and the film shits all over the series despite the highly talented and lovely cast.

[@mrbejam]

@@LusciousTwinkle they’re both good in their own ways. Doesn’t have to be a competition right? You can enjoy strawberry and chocolate.

[@marwak7581]

kayvan's prank call stories are literally insane?? i mean practically getting banned from the bbc sfhkhf???

[@krystalperez]

Omg I died not even 3 minutes into it lmfaooooooo I love this so much ❤️❤️❤️

[@wysiwyg2006]

love the show, and enjoyed Kayvan since his fonejacker-facejacker days when he started with a balaclava. Three Lions was great too. Watched W.W.D.I.T.S earlier in the year on iplayer.

[@SpidersHandle]

Guys - thank you for letting us watch u play. We do love those characters as much as you do!

[@JenniferSmith-lu5cn]

OMG the beginning of this is soooo funny!!! Harvey's facial reactions are so hilarious!!!

[@Grimmmleigh]

this is so wholesome

[@christianshields4164]

To me that Guillermo And Nandor sketch at the start is canon

[@grinsekatze7930]

God, I love them both so much 🥰

[@NetRiverside]

Best show ever made!

[@sheenal.7273]

This was awesome !!

[@scottkfilgo]

I am totally in love with these guys. Been a while that a cast is so awesome. Plus Kayvan is a Haring fan.

[@scottkfilgo]

So Harvey, is this just a labor of love, a marketing requirement or what? We fans are so lucky to get such involvement from the cast, including you!

[@neemo101]

Love it! Please do a Lush store episode! 😂

[@BuruRaven]

How cute they were surprised to get picked for a season 3 and now they have been picked up for double that!! This chat will not be this quiet if they do something like this again now.

[@sarahgarland3769]

Guillermo's gonna end up killing Nandor before the next season. 😂

[@ilaisakoaneti534]

Don't joke about that it's nof funny 💔😭😭

[@lLadyAszneth]

@@ilaisakoaneti534 - No, no... Nandor has promised to make him a vampire. I don't think Nandor will fear Guillermo. I'm just SO curious how we'll see the house once the next season begins. Gosh, I'm trying not to get too excited since we've got such a LONG wait! *Sob!*

[@user-nh1og5hy1u]

How did Harvey manage to get an interview with Kevin Spacey?

[@jscott4reel]

Nandor is the best!

[@alienankan]

I just love Kayvan! Well all of them ofc but Kayvan really is so amazing! xD