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Time of India
2 days ago
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- Time of India
Hrithik Roshan reinstalls Instagram just for Vir Das and posts, 'I had to say this…'
Hrithik Roshan is back on Instagram , thanks to actor-comedian Vir Das . The star had deleted his IG app from his mobile phone; however, he reinstalled it just to praise the latter for his latest stand-up comedy special, 'Vir Das: Fool Volume.' From the caption of Hrithik's post, it was clear that he had thoroughly enjoyed Vir's show. Hrithik Roshan hails Vir Das for his stand-up comedy special Calling it the "best" ever, Roshan wrote, "Had to reinstall Instagram cause I had to say this. Vir Das' Fool Volume has got to be the best stand-up show ever." Vir Das reacts to Hrithik Roshan's appreciation Soon, Vir Das reacted to Hrithik's post on Instagram. He reposted the story and captioned it, "Day, month, year, life, made! Thank you, Hrithik, for always shining a light and for always being amazing. Thank you, thank you. @hrithikroshan, I admire you so much!" More about Vir's show and Hrithik Das' comedy special was released on Netflix on July 18, 2025. Reportedly, it has been shot at locations like Mumbai, New York, and London. Earlier, talking about his show, Vir told ANI, "This special is a journey across countries, cultures, and a whole lot of internal chaos." He expressed that for him, comedy has always been more than just punchlines. He went on to share what exactly comedy means to him. He said, "It's about connection. Whether you're in London, New York, or Mumbai, laughter sounds the same." On the work front, Vir was last seen in the OTT series 'Call Me Bae,' starring Ananya Panday as the lead. It was released in 2024. Meanwhile, Hrithik Roshan will next star in Ayan Mukerji's 'War 2,' co-starring Jr NTR and Kiara Advani . The film is a sequel to 2019's 'War,' directed by Siddharth Anand . The first trailer of the film is all set to release on July 25, 2025. The movie is set to release in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil on August 14th in cinemas worldwide. Hrithik Roshan and Triptii Dimri set the stage on fire in a viral dance video The film is a part of the YRF spy universe, which includes films like 'Ek Tha Tiger,' 'Tiger Zinda Hai,' 'War,' 'Pathaan,' and 'Tiger 3.'
India Today
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Hrithik Roshan calls Vir Das Fool Volume best stand-up, reinstalls app to say it
Actor Hrithik Roshan has showered praise on comedian-actor Vir Das for his latest Netflix special 'Fool Volume', calling it 'the best stand-up show ever.' The 'War 2' star was so moved by the performance that he reinstalled Instagram just to publicly share his admiration for the show, which marks Vir's most personal and boldest work to date.'Had to reinstall Instagram cause I had to say this. Vir Das' 'Fool Volume' has got to be the best stand-up show ever,' Hrithik wrote on his Instagram Story. advertisementThe special, which premiered on Netflix last Friday, has clever humour with introspective moments, exploring themes such as identity, politics, and the quirks of everyday life. This is Vir's sixth stand-up special and follows his Emmy-winning 'Landing', which made him the first Indian comedian to bag the prestigious International Emmy Award in 2024. 'Fool Volume' has since been gaining attention for its fearless commentary and clever writing. In response to Hrithik's heartfelt appreciation, Vir Das expressed his gratitude, saying, 'Day, month, year, life made. Thank you Hrithik for always shining light and for always being amazing. Thank you thank you @hrithikroshan I admire you so much.' On the work front, Hrithik has just wrapped up shooting for 'War 2', directed by Ayan Mukerji. The film also stars Kiara Advani and Jr NTR, who will be making his Bollywood debut. A sequel to the 2019 blockbuster 'War', the film is a key part of the YRF Spy Universe, alongside 'Pathaan' and 'Tiger 3'. Hrithik will reprise his role as Major Kabir Dhaliwal, a character that has become a fan favorite.- EndsMust Watch
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Hrithik Roshan ‘Re-Installs' Instagram To Praise Vir Das' Fool Volume: ‘Best Stand-Up Show'
Vir Das, who made history as the first Indian comedian to win the prestigious International Emmy Award in 2024 for his special Landing, has made a global comeback with Fool Volume—his sixth stand-up special, which is considered his most personal and experimental work to date. The special, which premiered worldwide on Netflix last Friday, has been stirring up excitement for its insightful writing, cultural observations, and sharp humour. Hrithik Roshan took to his Instagram stories to express his admiration, saying he had to reinstall the app just to share that Vir Das' Fool Volume is the best stand-up show he has ever seen. 'Had to reinstall Instagram cause I had to say this. Vir Das' Fool Volume has got to be the best stand-up show ever," wrote the WAR 2 actor. The show, which mixes introspection with satire, has been lauded for its bold approach to themes like identity, politics, and the absurdities of everyday life, continuing Das' trend of pushing boundaries with each performance. In response to the praise, Vir Das expressed his gratitude, thanking Hrithik for his support and appreciation, and stating it made his day, month, year, and life. He thanked Hrithik for always being amazing. 'Day, month, year, life made. Thank you Hrithik for always shining light and for always being amazing. Thank you thank you @hrithikroshan I admire you so much," he wrote. Meanwhile, Hrithik has recently wrapped up the shooting of his upcoming film War 2, which also stars Kiara Advani and Jr NTR. Previously, Hrithik took to Instagram to share pictures from the wrap party. He also penned a heartfelt note as he bid goodbye to his much-celebrated on-screen character, Major Kabir Dhaliwal. Directed by Ayan Mukerji, War 2 is the sequel to the 2019 hit War and is part of the YRF Spy Universe, which also includes Pathaan and Tiger 3. Hrithik Roshan will return as Kabir, a secret agent, while Jr NTR, who is making his Bollywood debut, is expected to play the villain. Backed by Aditya Chopra's Yash Raj Films, the movie is the sixth instalment of the YRF Spy Universe and will be hitting the big screens on August 14.
India Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Vir Das celebrates all-Indian crew behind Netflix special: An Indian gaze of the world
Vir Das recently praised the crew responsible for his latest Netflix special, 'Fool Volume'. The comedian-actor also opened up on what truly makes it special: the people behind the revealed that 65 Indian freelancers across three countries received their first-ever Netflix credit for working on 'Fool Volume'. "Here is the thing I'm proudest of. On our new special Fool Volume, 65 Indian freelancers in three countries got their first EVER Netflix credit," he special, known for its experimental format and global setting, filmed across a stadium in Mumbai, a church in London, and an underground cellar in New York, breaks ground not just in content but in production ethos. Das pointed out that while shooting abroad, he would often be 'politely' instructed on what to do, presumed inexperienced in the craft of international specials. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vir Das (@virdas) 'Film is film is film, story is story,' he wrote, pushing back on the assumption that Indian crews are any less capable. 'I used to secretly think, 'If they only knew about our films, and our concept of filmic colour, the visual = emotion of an Indian eye, this conversation would be a LOT shorter.'"With 'Fool Volume', Das says he finally reached a position where he could exercise full creative control, choosing not just what the audience sees, but who gets to create that vision."I've waited a long time to get to a position to control my crew entirely. For my product to not be a western gaze of India, but an Indian gaze of the world," he FOOL VOLUME REVIEW HEREThe special, which doesn't rely on flashy elements like sets, smoke machines, or strobe lights, uses minimalist aesthetics to achieve a striking visual identity. Das credits this to the talents of his all-Indian core team - with help from some American and British collaborators - and a post-production process rooted in the global appetite for Indian content grows, Fool Volume not only puts Vir Das back in the spotlight — it also shines a light on the power and potential of Indian filmmaking talent behind the scenes. 'I'm very excited for them, and grateful to them,' he Das: Fool Volume is currently streaming on Netflix.- EndsYou May Also Like
India Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Vir Das promotes his new show with hilarious Poha twist on New York street. Video
Actor and comedian Vir Das is winning hearts again with a funny video promoting his new stand-up special 'Fool Volume'. He shared a video on X (formerly Twitter), where he was stopped on the streets of New York and turned the moment into a hilarious the video, Vir wrote, "Finally happened. Got stopped on the street in New York." In the video, a stranger compliments Vir's outfit and asks what he does for a living. Vir, with a straight face, says, "I make snack. My name is Rajinder. Have you heard of Poha?" When the man says no, Vir replies, "It's like an Indian snack. My family invented it. My name is Rajinder Poha."advertisementHe continues the joke, saying, "We've been making it for 300 years. My family became rich selling Poha. I also do stand-up comedy under a different name - Vir Das. You can find me on Netflix. My new special 'Fool Volume' is out, but mainly I'm Rajinder Poha." Watch the video here:Finally happened. Got stopped on the street in New York. Vir Das (@thevirdas) July 21, 2025Talking about his day, he says, "I do Poha work in the morning and stand-up at night. Sometimes, if I'm hungry, I do Poha at night too. I think Americans are ready for Poha."When asked for advice, Vir hilariously says, "Don't do anything on an empty stomach. To be a good comedian, your brain should work, and for that, you need carbs - like Poha. And always put yourself into your art. Feed your art like you're feeding your family."He ends the video by saying in Hindi, "Isko pata nahi hai Poha kya hai, please Poha khao and mera samaan dekhlo. (He doesn't even know what Poha is, please eat Poha and check out my work.)"Fans loved the video. One wrote, "Nice reel buddy, innovative script," while another said, "Guy promoted Poha better than all of Pune!" Vir Das, known for films like 'Delhi Belly', 'Go Goa Gone', and 'Namastey London', is back with his unique brand of comedy. His stand-up special 'Fool Volume' is currently streaming on Netflix.- EndsTrending Reel
