Never Have I Ever

Devi Vishwakumar, a witty Indian American teen, wants her life to flip from invisible to popular after a rough year. In a world where grief lingers and adolescence looms large, she throws herself into social schemes, school projects and romance, hoping to reclaim her place at the center. But the people around her, friends, parents and a budding crush, complicate every plan. The show follows Devi as she tries to reinvent herself while balancing grief, cultural expectations, and the messy realities of growing up in a modern Indian American family. It fuses humor with heartfelt drama to explore identity and belonging. Its heat comes from the stubborn, loving chaos of Devi's family.

Released on Netflix in 2020, Never Have I Ever was created by Mindy Kaling and Lang Fisher. It features a rotating lineup of directors and is an original coming of age comedy drama. The ensemble includes Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, Darren Barnet, Poorna Jagannathan and Jaren Lewison.

The series has earned recognition from major award bodies, with nominations at prominent ceremonies for acting and writing. It drew praise for its fresh voice and the warmth of its family dynamics. Its sharp exploration of grief and cultural identity has resonated across audiences.

It widened the lens on Indian American adolescence, mixing sharp humor with emotional honesty. Devi became a relatable focal point for many viewers, fueling conversations about identity, grief and family in modern teen storytelling. The show’s scenes and lines circulated online, shaping pop culture conversations and representation around it.

Critics praised its candid tone and the way it balances humor with real emotional stakes. Central themes include grief, cultural expectations, friendship and romance, all filtered through a millennial sensibility that makes Devi's highs and lows feel universal. The show's warmth and honesty helped broaden the scope of teen comedy and immigrant storytelling.