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‘The Simpsons’ resurrects Apu after nearly a decade of silence
Sunil Malhotra takes over the role as producers bring back the controversial character and say they want Apu to evolve after years of criticism.
- On Sunday, Apu Nahasapeemapetilon returned to The Simpsons in "Treehouse of Horror Presents: The Revengening," voiced by new actor Sunil Malhotra in his first speaking role since 2017.
- Following comedian Hari Kondabolu's 2017 documentary, The Problem with Apu, which criticized racial stereotypes, the character was sidelined and original voice actor Hank Azaria stepped down in 2020.
- Showrunner Matt Selman said, "We love this character, and wanted to bring him back in a smart, Simpsons-y way that allowed him to evolve." Janina Gavankar joined as Manjula Nahasapeemapetilon, replacing Tress MacNeille.
- Malhotra wrote on Instagram, "Bringing Apu back feels like a reclamation," while Apu's surprise return received mixed reactions online, with some fans celebrating the character's reappearance after nearly a decade.
- Selman confirmed that Apu and his family will appear more regularly going forward, with the series continuing next Sunday, October 25, during "Treehouse of Horror XXXVII.
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