Mindy Kaling, co-creator and executive producer of Netflix's Running Point, is joining the cast in a recurring role for the upcoming third season.

Mindy Kaling, the co-creator, writer, and executive producer of the Netflix comedy series Running Point, is stepping in front of the camera to join the cast for its third season. Kaling will take on a recurring role as Divya, the outspoken and confident CEO of a popular gambling app. Production for the third season is currently underway in Los Angeles.

Character Role and Plot Dynamics

In her new role as Divya, Kaling's character is described as proudly being the first female leader in a male-dominated field, much like Kate Hudson's character, Isla Gordon. Despite this shared distinction, the two characters will not get along, with Divya serving as a thorn in Isla's plans throughout the season. This marks Kaling's first on-camera acting work since 2023, following her appearance on Apple TV's The Morning Show. Running Point centers on Isla Gordon, who leads a professional basketball franchise. The third season also features the television directorial debut of star and executive producer Kate Hudson, who is directing the season premiere. The series is produced by Warner Bros. Television and Kaling International.

Cast and Production Details

The returning cast for season three includes Drew Tarver, Scott MacArthur, Brenda Song, Fabrizio Guido, Chet Hanks, Toby Sandeman, and Justin Theroux, alongside recurring players Ray Romano, Uche Agada, Ken Marino, and Jay Ellis. The series is created by Kaling, David Stassen, and Ike Barinholtz, who serve as writers and executive producers alongside Hudson, Howard Klein, Jeanie Buss, and Linda Rambis. Stassen acts as the showrunner for the comedy.