‘The Simpsons’ surprise: Apu is heard for the first time in nearly a decade, as Sunil Malhotra takes over for Hank Azaria

Variety reports that Apu Nahasapeemapetilon spoke again for the first time in nearly a decade during the October 18 episode of The Simpsons.

The episode titled The Revengening aired Sunday night on Fox and delivered the character's return as an October surprise.

Sunil Malhotra now voices the fan favorite character in place of Hank Azaria.