Kumail Nanjiani is trending after his recent acting projects and upcoming roles—remember, he's the Pakistani-American comedian and star of Silicon Valley and The Big Sick.
The Directors Guild of America (DGA) Awards, held at Beverly Hilton, reaffirmed predictions for the upcoming Oscars. Nine of the last ten DGA winners have gone on to win Best Director at the Oscars. The event also highlighted industry challenges, with new DGA president Christopher Nolan addressing declining employment for filmmakers amid a stable entertainment market.