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Kunal Nayyar Reflects on Breaking Character During 'Big Bang Theory' Filming

The actor revealed his frequent on-set laughter frustrated co-stars, especially Simon Helberg, while underscoring the sitcom's enduring cultural legacy.

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Overview

  • Kunal Nayyar admitted on The Official Big Bang Theory Podcast that he frequently broke character by laughing during filming, particularly in scenes with Simon Helberg.
  • Nayyar described Helberg as a comedic 'genius,' noting even simple lines delivered by him often triggered laughter and disrupted takes.
  • The actor acknowledged that his early habit of breaking character 'pissed everyone off' on set, though it improved over time.
  • The Big Bang Theory, which concluded in 2019 after 12 seasons, remains culturally significant, bolstered by two spinoffs and a devoted fanbase.
  • Nayyar shared that while he rarely re-watches the show, he finds it comforting as background entertainment, reflecting the series' nostalgic appeal.