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Sunil Malhotra voices Apu Nahasapeemapetilon in The Simpsons new episode

Sunil Malhotra provided the voice for Apu Nahasapeemapetilon in the October 18 episode of The Simpsons airing on Fox.

‘The Simpsons’ Surprise: Apu Is Heard for the First Time in Nearly a Decade, as Sunil Malhotra Takes Over for Hank Azaria (EXCLUSIVE)
File photo ‘The Simpsons’ Surprise: Apu Is Heard for the First Time in Nearly a Decade, as Sunil Malhotra Takes Over for Hank Azaria (EXCLUSIVE) Photo: Variety

New Voice Actor Steps In

Actor Sunil Malhotra took over the role previously held by Hank Azaria. This marked the first time Apu Nahasapeemapetilon had been heard in nearly ten years. The character appeared in the episode titled The Revengening which aired on Sunday night.

Supporting Cast Also Debuts

Janina Gavankar made her first appearance as Apu's wife Manjula during this broadcast. Executive producer Matt Selman stated that the Nahasapeemapetilon family will appear more frequently in future episodes. The Kwik-E-Mart location was also shown reopening for business in the show.

Production Details Remain Secret

Fox did not share a screener for the episode before its official air date. Producers maintained tight protocols including non-disclosure agreements for everyone involved in the production. Variety learned about the casting change through exclusive reporting on the development.

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