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  • Yes, My Accent Is Real

  • By: Kunal Nayyar
  • Narrated by: Kunal Nayyar
  • Length: 6 hrs and 43 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (681 ratings)

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Yes, My Accent Is Real

By: Kunal Nayyar
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Publisher's summary

In the spirit of Mindy Kaling's best-seller Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me?, a collection of humorous, autobiographical essays from Kunal Nayyar, best known as Raj on CBS' number-one hit comedy The Big Bang Theory.

Of all the charming misfits on television, there's no doubt Raj from The Big Bang Theory - the sincere yet incurably geeky Indian American astrophysicist - ranks among the misfittingest. Now we meet the actor who is every bit as loveable as the character he plays on TV. In this revealing collection of essays written in his irreverent, hilarious, and self-deprecating voice, Kunal Nayyar traces his journey from a little boy in New Delhi who mistakes an awkward first kiss for a sacred commitment, gets nosebleeds chugging Coca-Cola to impress other students, and excels in the sport of badminton to the confident, successful actor on the set of TV's most-watched sitcom since Friends.

Full of heart, but never taking itself too seriously, this witty and often inspiring collection of underdog tales follows a young man as he traverses two continents in search of a dream, along the way transcending culture and language (and many, many embarrassing incidents) to somehow miraculously land the role of a lifetime.

©2015 Kunal Nayyar. All rights reserved. (P)2015 Simon & Schuster, Inc. All rights reserved.
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Awesome book

This book was hilarious and inspiring to listen to. Made me laugh so much. I was never more captivated by am audiobook.

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Great Read

Loved the honesty and open story. Great time listening to his rise and some falls.

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Real, Touching, Beautiful!

Where does Yes, My Accent Is Real rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Number 1

What did you like best about this story?

Everything its honesty, its fun, its pace, the stages, the real and beautiful happy ending after all the journey.

Which character – as performed by Kunal Nayyar – was your favorite?

Kunal Nayyar

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes, completely!

Any additional comments?

Great book. Thank you Kunal, and thanks to all the people who made it possible.

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Kunal's personality shines through

Kunal's wit and insights into his life swept me away. From his childhood in New Delhi to his rise in fame as Raj in Big Bang Theory, he always stayed grounded using his father's words as a guide.

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Delightful

This book is just a fun, light listen. I laughed a lot and listening to his journey from India to America to The Big Bang Theory is just endearing as all heck. I love his portrayal as Raj Koothrapali, but I love his own story even more.

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Great ‘read’

So fun to hear Kunal’s voice. Great inflections and feeling. Story is warm, funny, endearing, surprising, and laugh out loud at times. Great ‘read’

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Delightful

What a treat. Reflective, endearing, candid... easy to listen to and quite engaging. I felt like Kunal was a good friend and we were enjoying intimate light hearted....wait am I still talking? Just read it.

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Amazing!

I loved hearing about Kunal's journey. I appreciate him as an actor so much more now.

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A celebration of Youth, Hope and Family

Not sure what I expected but this book was delightful. Would like to see a followup in 20 years!

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Raj is real interesting guy !

What made the experience of listening to Yes, My Accent Is Real the most enjoyable?

I love the Big Bang Theory, and I have seen Kunal on other shows. He is genuinely funny. His life/biography is very interesting, with happy little moments and insights. His journey was something that kept me entertained and listening.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Yes, My Accent Is Real?

I enjoyed his personal insights and sharing his hardships in an open and funny manner.

What does Kunal Nayyar bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

His style and "yes, his accent is real" is lost by just reading his story.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I did, but the personal realization is not to be shared here. It did make me thionk about my own life, and own life experiences.

Any additional comments?

Enjoyable.

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