Vir Das
Vir Das is an Indian comedian, actor, and musician, known for his work in the Indian and international entertainment industry. He was born in Dehradun, India in 1979, and started his career in comedy in 2003.
Vir Das gained wider recognition through his stand-up comedy tours, which he started in 2008. He has performed in several countries, including India, the United States, and the United Kingdom, and is known for his observational humor, topical commentary, and engaging stage presence. He has also released several comedy specials, including “Abroad Understanding” and “Losing It,” which are available on Netflix.
Apart from comedy, Vir Das has also acted in several films and television shows, both in India and internationally. He has appeared in films such as “Delhi Belly,” “Badmaash Company,” and “Go Goa Gone,” and in television shows such as “Whiskey Cavalier” and “Hasmukh.” He is also a musician, and has released several albums, including “The Alien Chutney” and “Punjabi Please.”
Vir Das is known for his social and political commentary, and has been involved in several social and political initiatives, including the “India’s Got Colour” campaign, which aimed to promote diversity and inclusivity in India. He has won several awards for his contributions to comedy, including the “Best Stand-Up Comic” award at the 2017 SACF Awards.
Vir Das continues to be a prominent and influential figure in the Indian and international entertainment industry, and is known for his active presence on social media, where he interacts with his fans and shares updates about his work.