Hasan Minhaj, his father Namje Minhaj, and Hasan's sister Ayesha Minhaj | Source: instagram.com/ayeshaminhaj
Hasan Minhaj opened up about a surprising revelation from his past—he has a sister named Ayesha Minhaj, a sibling he had been unaware of during childhood until he was eight. Over time, they have successfully rebuilt their bond and strengthened their relationship.
Comedian Hasan Minhaj has brought joy to audiences worldwide with his hilarious performances on stage, sharing captivating stories from his own life as part of an Indian family in America.
Frequently, he recounts entertaining anecdotes about his parents' unique approach to raising children, such as the case of his sister Ayesha Minhaj, who was not revealed to him until he was eight.
Hasan Minhaj attends the "Polite Society" New York screening at Metrograph on April 24, 2023, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
Hasan Minhaj Met His Sister When He Was Eight
The 2017 comedy special, "Hasan Minhaj: Homecoming King," has streamed on Netflix. The special explores the comedian's upbringing in Davis, California, and his parents' migration from India to pursue the "American dream."
Hasan revealed a surprising fact about his family, namely the existence of his sister Ayesha, which his mother, Seema Minhaj, and father, Najme Minhaj, hid from him at a young age.
Besides talking about his funny memories with his dad, Hasan Minhaj also spoke about his sister, shedding light on the fact that they were unaware of each other's existence during their early years. Hasan only met her when he was eight years old.
After their family moved to the U.S., with Hasan being born in San Francisco, his mother returned to India, where she gave birth to his sister. Hasan vividly recounted the experience:
"They brought her over, and when they brought her over, they sat me down in one room and she was in another room. They brought her in like it was 'Maury' for immigrants."
Hasan Minhaj's Sister Has a Playful Side despite Working in a Serious Profession
Ayesha is an attorney who works as a security counsel at Google. She graduated from the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School in 2015 and obtained her bachelor's degree in political science from UCLA in 2010.
Despite her solemn profession, Ayesha knows a thing or two about posting lighthearted content on social media, especially when reminiscing about her childhood with her brother.
Ayesha also celebrated Father's Day with a simple tribute to her dad, highlighting that he is the family's "original comedian."
Ayesha took to Instagram and shared a picture from when she and Hasan were kids. In her caption, she mentioned how Hasan owed her a new BMX bike, a memory he had shared onstage.
A fan commented on the post, describing the story about the bike as the "most emotional part" of the show. The fan also pointed out that Hasan's heartfelt words about Ayesha hinted at the siblings' deep and unique bond.
Ayesha posted a photo with her sibling and father, humorously claiming herself her dad's "favorite child." A fan commented, saying they could relate to the complex sibling bond between Ayesha and Hasan.
Ayesha Minhaj Shows Love for Her Family on Social Media
Ayesha enjoys uploading pictures of her family's sweet moments online. She has posted several photos on her page, including their memorable Thanksgiving feast and festive observance of Eid al-Adha in 2017.
She also celebrated Father's Day with a simple tribute to her dad, highlighting that he is the family's "original comedian." On Mother's Day, she praised her mom for her courage in raising her and Hasan while pursuing a career as a doctor.
She also shared a post about her and Hasan's participation in moderating the question and answer section in a forum that discussed South Asian identity, minority representation in the arts and law, and the White House Correspondents Dinner.
Hasan, like his sister, enjoys sharing family photos. He called his mom an "icon" on her recent birthday, thanking her for everything she has done and for allowing him to be himself on stage.
He also recently shared a nostalgic picture of his parents during their youth as part of his show, "Patriot Act." In the show, he discusses immigration laws and their impact on the Asian American electorate, emphasizing the importance of their votes.
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