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  • Vir Das recalls fanboy moment at Shah Rukh Khan’s Mannat, says “You feel the room move when he walks in”

    Vir Das recalls fanboy moment at Shah Rukh Khan’s Mannat, says “You feel the room move when he walks in”

    Comedian-actor Vir Das shared his fanboy experience of visiting Shah Rukh Khan’s Mannat early in his career, recalling how SRK spent three nights workshopping jokes with him, feeding him and even playing video games.

  • Vir Das applauds Supreme Court’s stray dog ruling, urges faster implementation and community care

    Vir Das applauds Supreme Court’s stray dog ruling, urges faster implementation and community care

    Comedian Vir Das has recently praised the revised decision of the Supreme Court over stray dogs. The court has ordered to release the stray dogs in the same area after vaccination.

  • Aamir Khan to Abhishek Bachchan, celebs at Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2025

    Aamir Khan to Abhishek Bachchan, celebs at Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2025

    Aamir Khan, Vir Das, Aditi Rao Hydari, Abhishek Bachchan, Jaideep Ahlawat, and more stars made headlines at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2025 with major wins and appearances.

  • Aamir Khan calls IFFM a cultural bridge at starry Melbourne opening

    Aamir Khan calls IFFM a cultural bridge at starry Melbourne opening

    The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2025 began with a glittering press conference, bringing together Bollywood’s biggest stars, acclaimed filmmakers, and industry leaders, with Aamir Khan expressing his excitement to be part of the cinematic celebration.

  • Vir Das to be felicitated at Indian Film Festival of Melbourne

    Vir Das to be felicitated at Indian Film Festival of Melbourne

    Comedian and actor Vir Das has recently achieved a milestone in his career. He will be felicitated at Indian Film Festival of Melbourne

  • Vir Das shares post explaining his support for Air India amid backlash, later deletes it

    Vir Das shares post explaining his support for Air India amid backlash, later deletes it

    Actor-comedian Vir Das recently posted—and later removed—a message defending his support for Air India after facing backlash for commending the airline in the wake of the tragic AI171 crash in Ahmedabad.

  • Vir Das bows out Cannes 2025 dress code rule with sarcastic post: If I can't wear a Gota original...

    Vir Das bows out Cannes 2025 dress code rule with sarcastic post: If I can't wear a Gota original...

    Comedian Vir Das hilariously mocked Cannes Film Festival's new red carpet rules banning nudity and voluminous outfits, posting a cheeky satire on Instagram just a day after the 78th edition began, playfully critiquing the fashion crackdown.

  • Comedian Vir Das calls out Air India poor service, writes, "Broken table, broken leg rests..."

    Comedian Vir Das calls out Air India poor service, writes, "Broken table, broken leg rests..."

    Comedian Vir Das revealed he didn't received wheelchair assistance for his injured wife despite pre-booking and paying extra for the services. Air India has responded to his tweet.

  • Comedian Vir Das to debut as author with his upcoming memoir The Outsider, says, "I was broke, hungover, dumped, jobless..."

    Comedian Vir Das to debut as author with his upcoming memoir The Outsider, says, "I was broke, hungover, dumped, jobless..."

    Comedian Vir Das' memoir promises to offer an in-depth look at the various phases of his life. He shares how setbacks and rejection shaped his success in his book.

  • From Kunal Kamra to Ranveer Allahbadia: Stand-Up comics and their controversial moments

    From Kunal Kamra to Ranveer Allahbadia: Stand-Up comics and their controversial moments

    Kunal Kamra's latest video targeting Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde has added to his long history of controversial comments and run-ins with political leaders.

  • Vir Das takes a dig at Indian award shows sponsorships and humor limits: It’s hard to do an edgy joke after saying...

    Vir Das takes a dig at Indian award shows sponsorships and humor limits: It’s hard to do an edgy joke after saying...

    Vir Das humorously pointed out that the excessive corporate sponsorships in Indian award shows make it nearly impossible to deliver edgy jokes without getting lost in the clutter.

  • Vir Das compares breathing Mumbai air to smoking; netizens have a field day

    Vir Das compares breathing Mumbai air to smoking; netizens have a field day

    Vir Das humorously compared Mumbai's air pollution to smoking cigarettes, sparking reactions and memes from netizens, with Sonam Kapoor resharing his post.

  • Vir Das reacts to Ranveer Allahbadia and Samay Raina's controversy, says ‘Consequences of your comedy on your career are pretty instant’

    Vir Das reacts to Ranveer Allahbadia and Samay Raina's controversy, says ‘Consequences of your comedy on your career are pretty instant’

    Vir Das reflected on the ongoing India’s Got Latent controversy, emphasizing that while comedy is open to debate, it’s crucial to understand the immediate impact of audience feedback on a comedian's career.

  • Comedian Vir Das offers free tickets to a fan who waited for 2 years to attend his show

    Comedian Vir Das offers free tickets to a fan who waited for 2 years to attend his show

    The fan reached out to Vir Das first in June 2022, hoping to attend his show, but financial struggles prevented him from affording the tickets.

  • Vir Das reflects on hosting the 2024 International Emmy Awards, says, It Went Well

    Vir Das reflects on hosting the 2024 International Emmy Awards, says, It Went Well

    Vir Das made history by becoming the first Indian to host the International Emmy Awards, which took place on November 25 in New York. Following the event, the stand-up comedian and actor took to social media to express that his experience hosting the 52nd edition of the prestigious awards "went well."

  • International Emmy Awards 2024: Complete list of winners

    International Emmy Awards 2024: Complete list of winners

    The 2024 International Emmy Awards featured over 56 nominees from 21 countries, including India, the UK, Australia, France, Brazil, Argentina, and several others.

  • Vir Das' hosting in International Emmy Awards leaves audiences in splits, watch

    Vir Das' hosting in International Emmy Awards leaves audiences in splits, watch

    A video was shared on the official Emmy Instagram account, capturing the audience's laughter as Indian comedian Vir Das hosted the stage.

  • Vir Das introduces the designer behind his International Emmy Awards 2024 look, writes, I will be wearing a brand new designer

    Vir Das introduces the designer behind his International Emmy Awards 2024 look, writes, I will be wearing a brand new designer

    As the International Emmy Awards 2024 approaches, actor-comedian Vir Das, who is set to host the event, shared the name of the designer who will be styling him for the prestigious ceremony on November 25.

  • From an International Emmy Award winner to becoming its host, here's all you need to know about Vir Das

    From an International Emmy Award winner to becoming its host, here's all you need to know about Vir Das

    Vir Das, an acclaimed comedian, actor, and writer, is set to host the prestigious International Emmy Awards this year to be held on 25th November. This is a remarkable feat as he becomes the first Indian ever to host this mega international event. Vir Das is expected to bring his unique brand of humour and wit to one of television’s biggest nights.

  • Vir Das shares his candid conversation with us-based IIT graduate chauffeur: "Tasalli Nahin Hai"

    Vir Das shares his candid conversation with us-based IIT graduate chauffeur: "Tasalli Nahin Hai"

    Comedian and actor Vir Das recently recounted a poignant interaction with an Indian scientist in the U.S. who, after being laid off, is now working as a chauffeur.

  • Vir Das shares encounter with IIT Bombay graduate working as driver in US: 'There's a sadness to the smile'

    Vir Das shares encounter with IIT Bombay graduate working as driver in US: 'There's a sadness to the smile'

    During their chat, the driver revealed the challenges of life in a foreign country. He remarked, 'Tasalli nahin hai, you can never fully relax.' He then disclosed that he was a PhD holder and a graduate of IIT Bombay, previously employed as a scientist.

  • Vir Das reunites with Netflix for a heartwarming comedy special focused on kindness

    Vir Das reunites with Netflix for a heartwarming comedy special focused on kindness

    After taking audiences on a journey across the globe with his keen observational comedy in "Landing" and proving he’s far from "Losing It," Vir Das returns to Netflix for yet another special. The internationally acclaimed comedian is teaming up with the streaming giant once more to deliver a unique comedy special that aims to spread joy and kindness worldwide.

  • Vir Das after Sweden rejected his assistant's visa: 'They don’t believe he’s going to return to India'

    Vir Das after Sweden rejected his assistant's visa: 'They don’t believe he’s going to return to India'

    Social media users suggested the comedian use the incident as content for his upcoming shows in Europe.

  • Vir Das to wear Indian design for International Emmy Awards, invites budding designers and designers to create his outfit

    Vir Das to wear Indian design for International Emmy Awards, invites budding designers and designers to create his outfit

    Actor and stand-up comedian Vir Das is making history as the first Indian celebrity to host the prestigious International Emmy Awards in New York City on November 25, 2024.

  • Ananya Panday and Vir Das battle it out in epic rap showdownin an unforgettable rap battle from Call Me Bae, watch video

    Ananya Panday and Vir Das battle it out in epic rap showdownin an unforgettable rap battle from Call Me Bae, watch video

    Prime Video’s comedy-drama Call Me Bae has been making waves since its September 6 premiere, with audiences showering love on Bae and her quirky tribe. The show’s charming and heartwarming storyline has struck a chord, and the playful feud between Bae (Ananya Panday) and Satyajit Sen (Vir Das) has had viewers in stitches.

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