Vir Das becomes first Indian to host 2024 International Emmy awards ceremony
New Delhi: Actor-comedian Vir Das has been announced as the host for the 52nd edition of the International Emmy Awards, making him the first Indian to emcee the event held annually in the US. The ceremony will be held in New York City on November 25.
It marks Das’ return to the International Emmy stage after he won the best comedy award for his ‘Netflix’ stand-up special ‘Vir Das: Landing’ in 2023. The actor-comedian, also known for films such as ‘Go Goa Gone’ and ‘Delhi Belly’, said that he looks forward to celebrating the remarkable achievements of ‘peers and bringing a touch of humour and joy to this prestigious night’.
“Returning to the International Emmy Awards, this time as the host is a deeply personal and exhilarating moment for me. The Emmys have always been a beacon of excellence and a celebration of diverse stories from around the world. Having won an ‘Emmy’ last year for ‘Landing’, I feel a profound connection to this event and am incredibly honoured to play a central role in it,” Das said.
Organised by the New York-based ‘International Academy of Television Arts and Sciences’ (IATAS), the International Emmys are presented in recognition of the best television programs produced and aired outside the United States.
“We’re delighted to welcome back Vir Das to our stage and to add International Emmy Host to his impressive list of talents,” Bruce L Paisner, IATAS President and CEO, said.
“With his unique humour 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,” he added.
At the 2023 International Emmys, Das shared the trophy with the popular British teen sitcom ‘Derry Girls’ season three. It was his second nomination and maiden win in the segment. His previous stand-up special ‘Vir Das: For India’ was nominated for an International Emmy in the best comedy category in 2021.
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Modi to address four rallies in Bengal on Sunday
Kolkata (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address four public meetings across West Bengal on Sunday as the BJP intensifies its campaign ahead of the 2026 assembly elections.
Modi is scheduled to begin his tour with a rally in Bishnupur in Bankura district before heading to Purulia, Jhargram and then Medinipur, where he will address successive public meetings.
The rallies assume significance as the BJP seeks to consolidate its support base in the western and south-western districts of the state, regions where the saffron party had put up a strong performance in previous Lok Sabha and assembly elections.
The elections to the 294-member West Bengal assembly will be held in two phases -- on April 23 and 29. Votes will be counted on May 4.
