July 20th 2024.
Allan Mustafa and his friends came up with the idea for People Just Do Nothing completely on their own. With no formal training, privileged background, or mentor, Allan's career as a TV comedy star took off thanks to the power of friendship.
In a recent interview with The Agency, Allan reflected on the past 10 years since the mockumentary first aired on BBC Three. He described the experience as winning the lottery and credited his friends Hugo Chegwin, Asim Chaudhry, Steve Stamp, and Danny Rankin for their roles in the show's success.
In People Just Do Nothing, Allan plays the role of MC Grindah, a wannabe roadman from Brentford who is determined to make it big in the music industry through their pirate radio station, Kurupt FM. The influence of The Office is evident in the show, as Allan and Hugo were inspired by Ricky Gervais' comedy masterpiece during their university days. However, People Just Do Nothing also has a touch of Daisy May Cooper's This Country, which adds a layer of tenderness to the characters and makes them lovable despite their ridiculousness.
It's clear that the friendship between the creators of the show has played a significant role in its success. Allan recalled how he and Hugo would hang out at university, making music and pulling pranks on people. Their friend Steve, who is described as the "friendship grand-master," invited Allan to travel to Thailand with him and Hugo. This trip would eventually become the inspiration for their material, and later, their career.
Allan's portrayal of MC Grindah has been praised for its brilliance, and it's not surprising given his background. Much of his career has been shaped by his friendships, and he openly admits that he feels most comfortable when working with his friends. As he puts it, "It's always been about making each other laugh. It was never about being mean or making fun of others; we were just being ourselves and having fun."
But while fame and success have given Allan more confidence and self-esteem, it can also make him want to retreat into his shell at times. He shared a funny anecdote about being recognized by a fan while using a urinal at Glastonbury, which made him feel like he was in his own comedy set.
In addition to People Just Do Nothing, Allan is currently starring in the second season of Peacock, a comedy series about a personal trainer who is going through an identity crisis. This was a big step for Allan, as it allowed him to showcase his acting skills outside of his MC Grindah persona. He also runs a popular food blog called Taste Cadets, where he travels around the world trying out different cuisines.
At 38 years old, Allan never would have imagined that his life would turn out this way. He admits that he was never the academic type and just wanted to focus on his love for rap music and smoking weed. But thanks to his friends and their shared passion for creating and making each other laugh, Allan's life has taken a different and more fulfilling path.
In the end, Allan believes that People Just Do Nothing is all about friendship and the desire to keep their friends close and not let things change. And with the show's success and the strong bond between its creators, it seems like that's exactly what they're doing. The new season of Peacock is now available on BBC iPlayer, and Allan can't wait for audiences to see it.
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