Hakim Jemili: From “Validé” to Viral – The Rise of France’s New Comedy Star
PARIS – Comedian Hakim Jemili is rapidly becoming a defining voice in French humor, blending sharp social commentary with a playful online presence. Jemili’s ascent,fueled by roles in popular series and a uniquely engaging social media strategy,marks a shift in the landscape of French comedy,resonating with audiences across platforms.
Jemili’s career has gained meaningful momentum through appearances in critically acclaimed projects like Franck gastambide’s Validé (Canal+), where he’s featured in the announced third season, and Ali and Hakim Bougheraba’s Les SEGPA. He’s also appeared in Funny (Netflix), Lurking (Tristan Séguéla and Olivier demangel), and LOL: Who laughs, goes out! (broadcast on various platforms).Beyond scripted roles, Jemili co-animates the short program HF with his wife, humorist and actress Fadily Camara, on Clique.
But its Jemili’s distinctive online persona that’s catapulted him to wider recognition. Regularly opening his instagram videos with the exuberant greeting “Hi Super-Sublime France, etc.” – a phrase quickly becoming his signature – he uses the platform to express his passion for Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and directly confront racism. His wife, Fadily Camara, often playfully engages with his content, adding “tears of laughter” emojis to his comments.
Jemili’s online presence extends to X (formerly Twitter), where he poses deceptively simple, yet thought-provoking questions, such as ”If we eat fruit, the fruits what do they eat?” – a playful invitation to philosophical contemplation. This blend of social activism, self-deprecating humor, and genuine engagement is attracting a growing following and solidifying his position as a fresh, relevant voice in French comedy.
