Inspired by Mindy Kaling's own childhood in suburban Massachusetts, this coming-of-age comedy series follows the complicated life of Devi Vishwakumar, a modern-day first generation Indian American teenage girl. She is an overachieving high school sophomore with a short fuse that gets her into difficult situations.
After unwelcome news sparks a fight with her mother, Devi seeks an escape. Mohan’s birthday brings an opportunity for closure — and for new beginnings.
As Paxton's mixed messages have Devi questioning herself, the upcoming winter dance offers a chance to determine where she stands — and what she needs.
A disastrous snooping incident compels Devi and Nalini to do some introspection. Paxton steps out of his comfort zone. Eleanor has a breakthrough.
Flashbacks unearth painful memories and resentment for Devi. Meanwhile, Kamala is forced to get honest as the family welcomes her suitor at home.
Devi must learn the art of a genuine apology before it's too late. Kamala considers standing up for herself. Nalini takes some parenting advice.
Devi instantly resents the new Indian girl at school, but is taken by surprise as they get acquainted. Kamala struggles to be respected at her lab.
Watching an ex with someone new tests Devi's resolve to be more mature. Fabiola struggles to stay true to herself and grows concerned for Eleanor.
After another fallout with her friends, Devi grapples with unresolved trauma. A party at Ben’s turns out to be equal parts awkward, awful and amazing.
Making good grades has never been a priority for Paxton — until a mishap urges him to prove he's more than a campus heartthrob and star swimmer.
With absentee parents, a shallow girlfriend and no one to hang out with, Ben Gross is lonelier than ever, until an unlikely invitation offers some hope.
Devi plans to throw the ultimate party, but her knotty dating life may turn int into a different kind of blowout. Nalini has an eye-opening trip to India.
At a 24-hour school relay, Devi's impulsive words spark an insensitive rumor. Fabiola hesitates to introduce her over enthusiastic mother to Eve.
Ahead of their impending move to India, Devi faces her first-ever love triangle, while Nalini tries to sell her patient roster to a flashy competitor.
Devi allows rumors about her and Paxton to swirl during an overnight school trip. Fabiola opens up to Eleanor, who gets upsetting news about her mother.
Devi hopes to win cool points with Paxton at a party, until a surprising turn of events. Hidden emotions emerge for Fabiola. Kamala makes a choice.
Devi hesitates to tell her friends the truth about her awkward interactions with Paxton. The prospect of an arranged marriage puts Kamala under pressure.
Devi oversteps several boundaries in an attempt to be a better friend. Eleanor’s reunion with her mother leads to multiple revelations and confessions.
At Ganesh Puja celebrations, Devi questions how much she identifies with Indian culture, Nalini dodges acerbic aunties and Kamala frets over her future.
After recent trauma, Devi starts her first day as a high school sophomore determined to shake off old labels and finally become cool.