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A Nice Indian Boy

A Nice Indian Boy is a 2025 American romantic comedy film directed by Roshan Sethi and based on Madhuri Shekar’s play of the same name.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated September 11, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

A Nice Indian Boy is a 2025 American romantic comedy film directed by Roshan Sethi and based on Madhuri Shekar’s play of the same name. It stars Karan Soni and Jonathan Groff as a couple navigating family expectations, cultural identity, and wedding planning. The film premiered at South by Southwest in March 2024 and was released in the United States in April 2025.

Plot

The story follows Naveen as he introduces his fiancé Jay to his traditional Indian family. The film focuses on family expectations, cultural identity, and the challenges of planning a wedding.

Production

The film was directed by Roshan Sethi and written by Eric Randall, based on Madhuri Shekar’s play. It was produced as an American feature film with a cast led by Karan Soni and Jonathan Groff.

Release

A Nice Indian Boy premiered at South by Southwest in March 2024. It later received a U.S. theatrical release in April 2025 through Blue Harbor Entertainment.

Reception

Search results describe the film as having received positive reviews. Available review coverage highlights its romantic-comedy tone and its focus on family and cultural dynamics.

Key facts

  • The film is a romantic comedy centered on Naveen, an Indian-American doctor, and his fiancé Jay, who was adopted by Indian parents.
  • It is adapted from Madhuri Shekar’s stage play of the same name.
  • The film premiered at South by Southwest on March 12, 2024.
  • It was released in U.S. cinemas by Blue Harbor Entertainment on April 4, 2025.
  • The cast includes Karan Soni, Jonathan Groff, Sunita Mani, Zarna Garg, and Harish Patel.
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Canadian context

The film may be of interest to Canadian audiences because it is an English-language North American release with themes of family, immigration, identity, and queer relationships that resonate broadly across Canada’s diverse audiences.

Frequently asked questions

What is A Nice Indian Boy?
It is a 2025 American romantic comedy film directed by Roshan Sethi and based on Madhuri Shekar’s play.
Who stars in A Nice Indian Boy?
The film stars Karan Soni and Jonathan Groff, with Sunita Mani, Zarna Garg, and Harish Patel in supporting roles.
What is A Nice Indian Boy about?
It follows Naveen, an Indian-American doctor, and his fiancé Jay as they deal with family expectations and wedding planning.
Is the film based on a stage play?
Yes. It is based on the play A Nice Indian Boy by Madhuri Shekar.
When did the film premiere?
It premiered at South by Southwest on March 12, 2024.
When was it released in the United States?
It was released in the United States on April 4, 2025.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Nice_Indian_Boy
    Supports: Basic film identification, director, source play, cast, premiere date, and U.S. release date.
  2. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/a_nice_indian_boy
    Supports: Director, release information, runtime, and U.S. gross.
  3. The New York Times — https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/03/movies/a-nice-indian-boy-review.html
    Supports: Plot premise, runtime, and theatrical release context.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt16431330/
    Supports: Director, writers, stars, and title details.