Vir Das wins best comedy at International Emmy Awards for 'Vir Das: Landing'

Comedian Vir Das created history by becoming the first Indian comedian to win the International Emmy for Comedy at the 2023 International Emmy Awards. His series, "Vir Das: Landing," shared the honor with Derry Girls season 3 on Tuesday.

Vir Das expressed his gratitude on social media, dedicating the award "For India. For Indian comedy." He thanked the International Emmy Awards for the incredible honor.

Celebrities and fans flooded Vir Das with congratulatory messages as he shared glimpses of his golden award on social media.

Celebrating his Emmy win, Vir Das said in a statement, "I have immense gratitude, holding the International Emmy for Best Comedy for Vir Das: Landing. This one is for my team and for Netflix without whom this wouldn’t have been possible. This journey has been nothing short of extraordinary, and to win this accolade for my fifth special with Netflix feels like a culmination of passion, perseverance, and the undying support of people around the globe who have given so much love to Vir Das: Landing.

“This award is not just a recognition of my work but a celebration of the diverse stories and voices from India. Stories that make us laugh, reflect, and, most importantly, unite. This one is for India, for Indian comedy and for the community of artists at large.”