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Vir Das Secures International Emmy Award for Best Comedy Series with “Vir Das: Landing”

In a remarkable feat, Indian comedian Vir Das garnered the coveted International Emmy Award for Best Comedy Series at a ceremony held in New York City. This marked Das’s second nomination and his maiden victory on the global stage. The celebrated comedian received the prestigious award for his Netflix stand-up special, Vir Das: Landing, sharing the honor with the third season of the critically acclaimed UK show Derry Girls.

Overwhelmed with emotion, Vir Das shared his immense joy and excitement regarding his Emmy win, stating, “This moment feels surreal – an incredible honor that seems like a dream come true. Winning an Emmy for Vir Das: Landing in the Comedy Category is not just a personal milestone but also a significant achievement for Indian comedy as a whole. It’s truly heartwarming to witness the global resonance of Vir Das: Landing, and I owe a huge debt of gratitude to Netflix, Akash Sharma, and Reg Tigerman for their invaluable contributions in making this project a reality. My journey from crafting stories rooted in my local experiences to receiving a global accolade has been both challenging and rewarding, and Netflix has played a pivotal role in this remarkable growth. I’m thrilled to continue exploring diverse narratives, from the streets of Noida to the prestigious International Emmys – India gets you there.”

In a moment of pure elation, Vir Das expressed his boundless joy and excitement following his Emmy win, exclaiming, “This surreal moment feels like an incredible honor, a dream come true. Winning an Emmy for Vir Das: Landing in the Comedy Category is not just a personal milestone but a defining moment for Indian comedy as a whole. It’s truly heartening to witness the global resonance of Vir Das: Landing, and I owe a deep debt of gratitude to Netflix, Akash Sharma, and Reg Tigerman for their invaluable contributions in making this project a reality. My journey from crafting stories deeply rooted in my local experiences to receiving a global accolade has been both challenging and rewarding, and Netflix has played a pivotal role in this remarkable growth. I’m thrilled to continue exploring diverse narratives, from the vibrant streets of Noida to the prestigious International Emmys – India gets you there.”

Mohd Ziyaullah Khan

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Is a Mechanical Engineer by education but a writer by passion and hobby. He has been into the field of Content Writing and Marketing since a decade and loves to write on a wide range of genres. The entertainment genre remains his favorite as he has developed an expertise in writing about B Town and its celebrities.

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Mohd Ziyaullah Khan

Is a Mechanical Engineer by education but a writer by passion and hobby. He has been into the field of Content Writing and Marketing since a decade and loves to write on a wide range of genres. The entertainment genre remains his favorite as he has developed an expertise in writing about B Town and its celebrities.

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