Entertainment Desk, 21st November: Following his triumph at the Emmy Awards for his comedy show ‘Vir Das: Landing,’ comedian Vir Das expressed his elation and gratitude. Sharing a photo of himself clutching the award alongside Akash Sharma and Reg Tigerman, Vir received an outpouring of congratulatory messages from his fans.
On Instagram, Vir delightedly posted a series of pictures, captioning them with, “For India. For Indian comedy. Every breath, every word. Thank you to the @iemmys for this incredible honour.”
Reflecting on his victory at the International Emmy Awards, Vir conveyed his excitement, stating, “I have immense gratitude, holding the International Emmy for Best Comedy for ‘Vir Das: Landing.’ This one is for my team and for Netflix without whom this wouldn’t have been possible.” He emphasized the extraordinary journey, considering this accolade for his fifth special with Netflix as a culmination of passion, perseverance, and the unwavering support from people globally who have embraced “Vir Das: Landing.”
Vir added, “This award is not just a recognition of my work but a celebration of the diverse stories and voices from India. Stories that make us laugh, reflect, and, most importantly, unite. This one is for India, for Indian comedy, and for the community of artists at large.”
In the Comedy Category, the award was shared, with ‘Derry Girls Season 3’ also receiving recognition.
‘Vir Das: Landing’ marks his fourth Netflix comedy special, delving into themes of global identity, cultural belonging, personal growth, love, failure, social media, outrage, unexpected drug encounters, war-zone education, complex mathematical metaphors, the current state of comedy, award nominations, intoxication, and finding one’s place in the world.