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CBS Orders Zarna Garg Comedy Pilot From EPs Mindy Kaling and Kevin Hart

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CBS greenlights new Mindy Kaling and Kevin Hart-backed comedy starring rising star Zarna Garg in a bold move to diversify its sitcom lineup.
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  • Zarna Garg, an Indian-American comedian on the verge of a breakout, lands her own CBS pilot with A-list producers Mindy Kaling and Kevin Hart in her corner.
  • The multi-cam comedy is part of CBS's push to amplify more diverse voices and perspectives on the network, a shift that industry insiders say will be crucial for the broadcaster to stay relevant.
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