-By ArdorComm News Network
September 12, 2024
Indian stand-up comedian and actor Vir Das has made history by being announced as the host for the 2024 International Emmy Awards, becoming the first Indian to take on this prestigious role.
The announcement was made by the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences on September 11, 2024. The ceremony is set to take place on November 25 in New York City, where Das will showcase his unique humor and perspective to a global audience.
Vir Das expressed his excitement on social media, stating, “Thanks to your support, an Indian Emmy Host! I can’t wait to host the @iemmys this year! Crazy. Thank you for having me. Tremendously honoured and excited!” His fans and fellow celebrities have congratulated him, including notable figures like Hrithik Roshan and Dia Mirza, who praised his achievement.
Das is no stranger to the Emmy stage; he was nominated in 2021 for his special “Vir Das: For India” and won the International Emmy Award for Comedy in 2023 for his Netflix special “Landing.” His career spans various platforms, including television and film, where he has created and starred in series like “Whiskey Cavalier,” “Hasmukh,” and “Jestination Unknown.” Currently, he is on his international “Mind Fool” tour and has recently appeared in Prime Video’s “Call Me Bae.
“Bruce L. Paisner, president and CEO of the International Academy, stated, “We’re delighted to welcome back Vir Das to our stage and to add International Emmy Host to his impressive list of talents.” This historic hosting role highlights Das’s rising prominence in the global entertainment industry and his contributions to comedy and storytelling.
Source: Hindustan Times