Let's make Kunal Nayyar the next Doctor Who!


Let's make Kunal Nayyar the next Doctor Who!
The Issue
Doctor Who has been a beloved British cultural institution for over 50 years, and with Peter Capaldi leaving, a new Doctor is now needed, one who both continues the unique flavour of the character, while bringing a new, international presence, which would reflect the show's growing global appeal. South Asians make-up the largest ethnic minority in the United Kingdom, and have made enormous cultural contributions to British society. It would, therefore, make sense to cast a South Asian actor when attempting to diversify the character of Doctor Who, with the most obvious choice then being Kunal Nayyar. He has expressed a desire to play the character, and has already developed a devoted fandom both within and outside of "Geek" culture. Thanks to his role as Raj on "the Big Bang Theory", he has already developed international recognition, and has shown a good deal of emotional range, as well as excellent comedic timing. All this being said, he would be a wonderful, lovable, intriguing, a yes, fresh new Doctor, but only if we can show enough support. So, let's make "Raj" the first Indian Doctor Who!

The Issue
Doctor Who has been a beloved British cultural institution for over 50 years, and with Peter Capaldi leaving, a new Doctor is now needed, one who both continues the unique flavour of the character, while bringing a new, international presence, which would reflect the show's growing global appeal. South Asians make-up the largest ethnic minority in the United Kingdom, and have made enormous cultural contributions to British society. It would, therefore, make sense to cast a South Asian actor when attempting to diversify the character of Doctor Who, with the most obvious choice then being Kunal Nayyar. He has expressed a desire to play the character, and has already developed a devoted fandom both within and outside of "Geek" culture. Thanks to his role as Raj on "the Big Bang Theory", he has already developed international recognition, and has shown a good deal of emotional range, as well as excellent comedic timing. All this being said, he would be a wonderful, lovable, intriguing, a yes, fresh new Doctor, but only if we can show enough support. So, let's make "Raj" the first Indian Doctor Who!

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Petition created on February 1, 2017