Aparna Nancherla is an American comedian, writer, and actress known for her introspective, self-deprecating humor and sharp social commentary. She began her stand-up career in Washington, D.C., and gained broader recognition through appearances on shows like Late Night with Seth Meyers, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and Inside Amy Schumer. As a writer, she has contributed to Totally Biased with W. Kamau Bell and Late Night with Seth Meyers. Nancherla has voiced characters in animated series such as BoJack Horseman, Steven Universe, and The Great North, and acted in shows including Corporate and Mythic Quest. Her debut book, Unreliable Narrator, was released in 2023.