'Murphy Brown' star Nik Dodani talks about the revival and how it is a "good blend of the old school show and the new world"

Nik spoke about his character Pat Patel in the show 'Murphy Brown' and how he and the rest of the FYI gang will tackle the problems of fake news.
UPDATED OCT 27, 2018

Actor and comedian Nik Dodani’s star is on the rise. With a busy slate for the remainder of 2018, Nik can currently be seen reprising his role as the wise-cracking Zahid in Netflix’s critically acclaimed series 'Atypical'. Also on television screens Nik stars in the revival of 'Murphy Brown' as Pat Patel, the newest member of the FYI gang alongside original cast member Candice Bergen. Heading into 2019, Nik will headline the dark thriller 'Escape Room' from Sony, opposite Jay Ellis ('Insecure').

In an exclusive conversation with Meaww, Nik spoke about his character Pat Patel and how he and the rest of the FYI gang will tackle the problems of fake news and all the trouble that is hovering with the election of a new president. Nik also elaborated on his character Zahid, and what could be expected out of him if 'Atypical' returns for a third season. 


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