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India Today
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Vir Das receives gratitude note from Air India crew: Your humour brings joy
Actor-comedian Vir Das recently shared a heartfelt experience of his in-flight journey from Delhi to Mumbai. He wrote a caption on X along with a picture of a letter from Air India note shared by Das on the microblogging site had an Air India logo. The letter from the airline dedicated to the standup comedian said, "Mr Vir Das, It is a pleasure having you onboard AIR humour brings joy even in the clouds... Brought warmth and joy that truly uplifted our journey. As you so eloquently said, 'Happiness watched is greater than happiness lived'! Today you reminded us of the beauty in both...- TEAM A12943, SHAFFA, NEHA, KARISHMA, FIZA & SAILEE...-05-08-2025." Vir Das recently shared his heartwarming experience in an Air India flight. (Credit: X/thevirdas) advertisementDas was last seen in 'Vir Das: Fool Volume'. Apart from his fan base, the Netflix standup show was also praised by actor Hrithik Roshan. Roshan in his short review on his Instagram story wrote, "Had to reinstall Instagram cause I had to say this. 'Vir Das: Fool Volume' has got to be the best standup show ever." The Netflix special premiered on July 18, 2025. This is Das's sixth standup special and follows his Emmy-winning 'Landing', which made him the first Indian comedian to bag the prestigious International Emmy Award in Today, in its review for 'Vir Das: Fool Volume', wrote, "Is it perfect? No. The experimental nature means most of the set pieces are raw, and a few bits don't land quite as hard. But is it worth your time? Absolutely. With 'Fool Volume', Vir Das isn't just telling jokes, he is reminding us why he's still one of the most relevant, razor-sharp voices in comedy today."Das also made a special cameo in actor Ananya Panday's show 'Call Me Bae'. The series is available for streaming on Prime Video.- EndsTrending Reel
Time of India
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- 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.'
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First Post
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- First Post
Netflix's ‘Vir Das: Fool Volume' Review: Not just a stand-up comedian, he is the comedy ecosystem
Netflix's 'Vir Das: Fool Volume' Review: Vir Das has set the bar for stand-up comedy too high, not only for others, but for himself too. And every time you watch his shows, it's like an exercise for the brain. read more 'Vir Das: Fool Volume' shows stand-up comedy performances across three major cities in the world; London, Mumbai and New York. This is a show that Vir Das wrote in silence. Vir mentioned, he lost his voice while writing the show and had to go through several sessions with the therapist. He is truly the one Indian stand-up comedian who has a global voice. So, just make the noise you want to be remembered for and he just does it perfectly. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD It's very true when he says that there is this post-colonial resentment of the English language among the Indian masses. We equate English with privilege. Vir Das rightly says in one of the shows, 'If you speak in English, then you are often called that Vir Das is not relatable, but then neither was Oppenheimer.' Truly there is a common observation in India that if your English is bad, you will often be judged and be labelled as classless, but if your English is good, you will be called privileged or elitist. You will be called, 'You sound privileged, not relatable.' The best thing about Vir Das is unlike today's younger stand-up comedians, each of his shows is well-researched and sharp, and most importantly, it is connected to the present-day situations and socio-political news happening around us. But one thing that Vir mentioned and I totally agree with is that today's generation of kids are outspoken, not silent. They voice their opinions without any fear. His observation of the world for today's generation is also hilariously true, when he says how the world has all of a sudden become vertical and when his nephew says, 'Vir mama (uncle), the world has changed, life is vertical.' Truly, as he mentions, new generation guys are obsessed with identity, not personality. One thing is true: when he said that during our younger days, when we complained about anxiety to our parents and teachers, we were asked to do jumping jacks. And anxiety would just jump out of the body. Truly, we didn't have the luxury of visiting a therapist. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Netflix stand-up special Vir Das: Fool Volume touches upon several current issue,s including religion, privilege, patriotism and the obsession of speaking in Marathi in Mumbai. This man is truly ahead of his time. Rating: 3 and half out of 5 WATCH the trailer of 'Vir Das: Fool Volume' here:
News18
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Vir Das Does Not Know Kapil Sharma 'Very Well': 'He Is So Much Of Your Punjabi...'
Vir Das says that while Kapil Sharma is a "Punjabi everyman travelling through India", he comes from a different background altogether. Vir Das has gained global recognition, but does he ever think about the fact that he hasn't gained the massive popularity in India in a way that Kapil Sharma or Zakir Khan does? In a recent interview, the Emmy award winner shared that he does not think a lot about it since his journey is very different from that of Kapil or Zakir. Das mentioned that while Kapil is a 'Punjabi everyman travelling through India", he comes from a different background altogether. 'Perhaps my journey is to have deeper interactions with a smaller group of people over a longer period of time. To do what both of them do, which is masterful in their own way, you have to be where they're from and have their own lived-in experiences. You can see Zakir grew up in classical music and poetry. And Kapil Sharma is so much your Punjabi everyman travelling through India. I'm not from anywhere. Unfortunately, I've grown up everywhere so I'll have to be who I am. If I ever tried to do that, you'd smell the inauthenticity in the material," Vir Das told SCREEN. Asked if he ever picks up anything from Kapil or Zakir, Vir Das nodded positively. However, the stand-up comedian explained that even though he does not know Kapil 'very well", they are connected due to the comedy circuit in India. 'I like watching art that makes you angry and makes you want to be better. I go to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe once a year, where I see a random 25-year-old comedian who's written a show that I was never capable of at 25. So I'll go back and write some more. But we all support each other. I did a trial show at Soho Theatre, London last month. Zakir was in town, he popped up and watched my whole thing. I don't know Kapil very well. Of course, we've met only intermittently. But comedians on the comedy circuit in India are always WhatsApping each other and are in each other's feedback loop," he added. On the work front, Vir Das is all set to return with his new Netflix special, 'Vir Das: Fool Volume," premiering July 18. Filmed in Mumbai, New York, and London, it showcases his signature multi-city format. On the other hand, Kapil Sharma's The Great Indian Kapil Show 3 is also currently streaming on Netflix. First Published: July 18, 2025, 10:38 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Indian Express
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
What to watch on OTT: Vir Das: Fool Volume, The Monk and the Gun, Rematch and more
What to watch on OTT: Vir Das is back with a new Netflix special and the final season of The Summer I Turned Pretty, here's you watch list for this weekend. Vir Das: Fool Volume Netflix Vir Das's brand-new special, Vir Das: Fool Volume, is filmed across Mumbai, New Delhi and London. With his signature cocktail of wit, wisdom, and total nonsense, he's here to remind us: in a world that takes itself too seriously, maybe being the fool is the smartest move. Reflecting on the journey behind his most personal special yet, Vir shares, 'This is a show rewritten in silence and performed without rehearsal across the world. Turns out the voice in your head is way crazier than the one in your throat.' This marks Vir's fifth Netflix special. The Monk and the Gun Directed by Pawo Choyning Dorji, The Monk and the Gun is a playful ensemble drama that explores the clash between embracing modernity while holding on to the past. Set in 2006, as the Kingdom of Bhutan was at the brink of transition to democracy, the film premiered at the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival. 'As the Kingdom of Bhutan is to become a democracy, a mock election is held as a training exercise. In the town of Ura, an old lama orders a monk to get a gun to face the imminent change in the kingdom. Meanwhile, an American collector is in search of a valuable gun that falls in the lama's hands,' reads its synopsis on MUBI. Dorji earlier directed the 2019 Academy Award-nominated Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom. Untamed Netflix This limited series is a character-driven mystery thriller that follows Kyle Turner (Eric Bana), a special agent in an elite branch of the National Parks Service who works to enforce human law in nature's vast wilderness. The investigation of a brutal death sends Turner on a collision course with the dark secrets within the park, and in his own past. Created by Mark L. Smith (American Primeval, The Revenant) and Elle Smith (The Marsh King's Daughter), the mystery thriller follows a murder on the grounds of Yosemite. 'Everyone thinks of Yosemite as this beautiful place with all the vistas and all the scenery, but we were trying to touch on the dangers that are just beyond that,' co-showrunner Mark L. Smith tells Tudum. The Summer I Turned Pretty S3 Prime Video It's the end of the junior year of college, and Belly (Lola Tung) is looking forward to another summer in Cousins with her soulmate, Jeremiah (Gavin Casalegno). Her future seems set, until some core-shaking events bring her first love Conrad (Christopher Briney) back into her life. Now on the brink of adulthood, Belly finds herself at a crossroads and must decide which brother has her heart. Based on the best-selling book trilogy from Jenny Han, The Summer I Turned Pretty is a multigenerational drama centered around a love triangle involving one girl and two brothers. The series premiered with the first two episodes on July 16, followed by weekly releases every Thursday until September 17. Rematch Lionsgate Play In 1997, the unthinkable happened: a supercomputer beat the greatest chess mind alive. Rematch recreates the historic showdown between world champion Garry Kasparov and IBM's pioneering supercomputer Deep Blue, in a gripping psychological drama that explores the limits of human intellect in an age of rising machines. This six-episode miniseries is directed by Yan England and stars Christian Cooke as Kasparov.
