Date of Birth: May 31, 1979
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Biography
Vir Das is an Indian comedian, actor, and musician who has made a significant mark both in India and internationally. Born in Dehradun, India, and raised in Africa, Das pursued higher education in the United States, studying at Knox College in Illinois and later, at the Harvard University’s Moscow Arts Theatre for a year. His comedy career began with his first special, “Brown Men Can’t Hump,” which he performed at Knox College. After returning to India, he gained widespread recognition for his stand-up comedy, which often addresses socio-political issues with a humorous twist. Das has appeared in numerous Bollywood films, including “Delhi Belly,” “Badmaash Company,” and “Go Goa Gone.” He also created and starred in the Netflix special “Abroad Understanding,” which further cemented his status as a global comedian. In addition to his work in comedy and film, Vir Das has also ventured into music with his band, Alien Chutney.
5 Interesting Facts about Vir Das
1. Vir Das has performed over 100 successful comedy shows in all major cities.
2. He was the first Indian comedian to have his own Netflix special, “Abroad Understanding.”
3. Vir Das holds a degree in Economics and Theatre from Knox College, Illinois.
4. He founded the comedy rock band Alien Chutney, blending humor with music.
5. Vir Das was listed in Forbes India’s Celebrity 100 list in 2017.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Vir Das
1. “Comedy is a reflection of society, so it evolves as society evolves.”
2. “In India, the best way to criticize something is through humor.”
3. “Stand-up comedy is the last truly honest form of entertainment.”
4. “I like to make people laugh, but I also want them to think.”
5. “Comedy is a way to bring light to the dark parts of life.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
$10 million
Children
As of the latest information available, Vir Das does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Vir Das on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1832172/
2. [Vir Das’s Official Website](https://www.virdas.in/
3. [Vir Das on Netflix](https://www.netflix.com/title/80147342
4. [Vir Das’s Twitter](https://twitter.com/thevirdas
5. [Vir Das on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/virdas/
