Indian comedian Vir Das sparks explosive online debate with ... - CNN
WEBNov 18, 2021 · CNN — A comedian’s powerful monologue addressing some of India’s most sensitive issues including rape and farmers’ protests has split opinion in the country, with right-wing activists calling for...
Comedian Vir Das called out sexual violence in India. Now he ... - NPR
WEBNov 18, 2021 · When comedian Vir Das performed a monologue entitled "Two Indias" on stage at Washington, D.C.'s Kennedy Center last weekend, he spoke of two drastically different sides of his native India:...
Comedian Vir Das causes a stir with 'two Indias' monologue - BBC
WEBNov 17, 2021 · Comedian and actor Vir Das defended his routine, saying "please do not be fooled by edited snippets" A monologue by one of India's top comedians has outraged some in the country, prompting...
Comedian Vir Das shares his side of his 'Two Indias' poem controversy - NPR
WEBJan 11, 2023 · Comedian Vir Das was called a terrorist. Seven charges were filed against him in India. He was even accused of defaming his home country on foreign soil. His crime?
Comedian Vir Das causes a stir with 'two Indias' monologue
WEBNov 17, 2021 · Comedian and actor Vir Das defended his routine, saying "please do not be fooled by edited snippets" A monologue by one of India's top comedians has outraged some in the country, prompting...
Vir Das says ‘the universe is full circle’ as he wins International ...
WEBNov 21, 2023 · Comedian Vir Das went from being labelled a traitor to his nation to making Indians proud by winning an International Emmy Award on Tuesday. Das won the honour for his latest stand-up special, Landing, in his second nomination.
Vir Das wins International Emmy for Comedy: ‘Feels like a dream’
WEBVir Das along with Derry Girls season 3 won the International Emmy for Comedy at the International Emmy Awards 2023 on Tuesday (Monday night in the US). This marked Vir’s second International...
Comedian Vir Das' tale of 'two Indias' at U.S. show sparks ... - NBC News
WEBNov 19, 2021 · But back home in India, the popular comedian Vir Das has divided opinion — fiercely. Das, 42, closed his set at Washington’s Kennedy Center last Friday with a heartfelt reflection on the “two...
Vir Das becomes first Indian to host International Emmy Awards; …
WEBStand-up comedian-actor Vir Das will host the 2024 International Emmys. Taking to Instagram, Vir shared the news with his fans and followers. In his post, he shared a photo of himself. He...
In a special, comedian recalls when he was first labeled a ... - NPR
WEBDec 26, 2022 · NPR's A Martinez talks to comedian Vir Das about his Netflix special: Landing. Das is from India but was raised in Nigeria. He describes himself as too western for India but too Indian for...