Fan CastingRaj's Friends

In the HBO series "Raj's Friends," Joseph Gordon-Levitt portrays Alex, and Gillian Jacobs portrays Sam. Unbeknownst to each other, they both move into separate flats within the same apartment block. As fate would have it, Alex befriends Raj, a charismatic and enigmatic man played by Kumail Nanjiani. Little do they know, Raj is a major drug lord, and his allure captivates both Alex and Sam. As Sam falls deeply in love with Raj, the unexpected happens when he gets incarcerated. Forced to confront their intertwined connections, Alex and Sam find themselves attending shared therapy sessions. Initially despising each other, an unsuspecting romance slowly develops between them amidst their shared struggle and conflicting emotions. Amidst the comedic moments and light-heartedness, "Raj's Friends" delves into the dramatic elements that arise from their entangled lives. The presence of Bella Ramsey as Lily, Sam's sharp-witted and fiercely loyal sister, adds both comedic relief and unwavering support throughout their journey. Chukwudi Iwuji portrays Toby, a comically evil drug lord who was the boss of Raj's and now wants to punish Alex and Sam Under the guidance of Dr. Olivia Bennett, played by Rashida Jones, the insightful and compassionate therapist, Alex and Sam navigate their complex emotions and conflicting feelings toward each other. As secrets unravel, unexpected alliances form and the characters find themselves entangled in a web of deceit, love, and personal growth.