Indian stand-up comedian and actor Vir Das is set to host the 2024 International Emmys, the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced on Wednesday.
Taking to his Instagram account, Vir Das shared his excitement as he wrote, “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!
Das was earlier nominated for an Emmy in 2021 for his special Vir Das: For India and won in 2023 for his Netflix special Landing. The comedian is currently on his international Mind Fool tour.
He is the first Indian who will host this prestigious event.
Apart from his stand-up work, Vir Das has also created, produced, and starred in several series, including ABC’s Whiskey Cavalier, Netflix’s Hasmukh, and Amazon’s Jestination Unknown.
Das appeared in Judd Apatow’s The Bubble and is developing a single-camera comedy with CBS Studios and Andy Samberg. He is also the lead singer of India’s comedy-rock band Alien Chutney.
Vir Das expressed his happiness at the opportunity of hosting the International Emmys
“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. I know first-hand how it can be life-changing,” he said in a statement, as per The Hollywood Reporter.
The International Emmy Awards will be held on November 25 in New York City.