Vir Das to Host 52nd International Emmy Awards in NYC

Actor-comedian Vir Das will host the 52nd International Emmy Awards in New York City on November 25. Das, who won the best comedy Emmy for his Netflix special last year, is excited to celebrate achievements and bring humor to the event. The International Emmys honor outstanding global television programs.

Actor-comedian Vir Das has been named as the host for the 52nd edition of the International Emmy Awards, scheduled to take place in New York City on November 25.

This marks Das' return to the International Emmy stage after winning the best comedy award for his Netflix stand-up special "Vir Das: Landing" in 2023.

Das, also known for his roles in films like "Go Goa Gone" and "Delhi Belly," expressed his enthusiasm for celebrating his peers' achievements and adding humor and joy to the prestigious event.

"Returning to the International Emmy Awards 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," Das said in a statement. "Having won an Emmy last year for Landing, I feel a profound connection to this event and am incredibly honored to play a central role in it."

Organized by the New York-based International Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (IATAS), the International Emmys recognize the best television programs produced and aired outside the United States.

Bruce L Paisner, IATAS President & CEO, said, "We're delighted to welcome back Vir Das to our stage and to add International Emmy® Host to his impressive list of talents. With his unique humor 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."

In 2023, Das shared the Emmy trophy with the British teen sitcom "Derry Girls" season three. It was his second nomination and first 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. Das was recently seen in the Prime Video series ''Call Me Bae'' and is currently on his international 'Mind Fool' tour.

(With inputs from agencies.)