'Never Have I Ever' has now been released on Netflix, and Devi and Paxton's romantic troubles have been gripping viewers thanks to the performances of actors Maitreyi Ramakrishnan and Darren Barnett.
Ramakrishnan gained the role as Devi after show creator Mindy Kaling posted an open casting call on Twitter and Instagram. According to, her acting background had mostly been in school productions.
Barnet said of his audition process to MEAWW:"I had my initial audition and it just seemed to click. Next thing I knew, I was in front of Mindy Kaling testing for the role." He said of his character,"The role was really fun and I enjoyed the fact that Paxton has layers below the cover he is judged by. I can relate to that."
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