Indian comedian Vir Das to host 2024 International Emmys
Vir Das
Popular stand-up comedian and actor Vir Das is all set to host the 2024 International Emmys. The news was shared by the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences on Wednesday.
The International Emmy Awards will take place on Nov. 25 in New York City.
Das is not new to International Emmys. In 2021, he was nominated in the comedy category for his special Vir Das: For India and won in 2023 for his most recent Netflix comedy special Landing.
Das is currently on his international Mind Fool tour. He has also created, produced, and starred in multiple series, including the ABC spy drama-comedy Whiskey Cavalier, the thriller Hasmukh for Netflix, and the travel show Jestination Unknown for Amazon.
He was recently seen in Amazon Prime Video's web series Call Me Bae. He’s also the lead singer of India’s comedy-rock band Alien Chutney.
“I am so happy to be hosting the International Emmys. It’s a massive prestigious night to uphold makers from across a world that I believe is making its best content,” says Das in a statement. “I know first-hand how it can be life-changing.”
“We’re delighted to welcome back Vir Das to our stage and to add International Emmy Host to his impressive list of talents,” adds Bruce L. Paisner, president and CEO of the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.
“With his unique humor and perspective on the world, he now joins a distinguished group of Gala hosts over the years who fit in perfectly with our global audience.”
