Vir Das Expresses His Happiness As he Meets King Khan aka Shah Rukh Khan
On a glamorous Tuesday evening, actor and comedian Vir Das graced the grand premiere of Zoya Akhtar's film 'The Archies' at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre in Mumbai. The star-studded event saw the presence of Bollywood icons like Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Ranveer Singh, and Ranbir Kapoor, among others.
Vir Das, capturing a special moment with Shah Rukh Khan, shared a monochrome picture on Instagram with a caption that read, 'Met the King.' In the candid snapshot, SRK is seen warmly embracing Vir, creating a memorable moment from the gala night.
Adding to his recent achievements, Vir Das made history at the International Emmy Awards 2023 by clinching the award for his stand-up special 'Vir Das: Landing' in the Comedy category. Expressing his excitement, Vir conveyed gratitude to his team and Netflix, emphasizing that the award symbolizes the culmination of passion, perseverance, and global support for Indian comedy.
In his heartfelt statement, Vir Das expressed, "This award is not just a recognition of my work but a celebration of the diverse stories and voices from India." He dedicated the accolade to the Indian audience, highlighting the significance of stories that bring laughter, reflection, and unity. The comedian emphasized that the award is not just for him but also for Indian comedy and the broader community of artists.
'The Archies,' directed by Zoya Akhtar, introduces new faces to Bollywood, including Suhana Khan (SRK's daughter), Agastya Nanda (Amitabh Bachchan's grandson), and Khushi Kapoor (Boney Kapoor's daughter). The film, set to stream on Netflix from December 7, is a coming-of-age musical that explores the lives of iconic characters like Archie, Betty, Veronica, Jughead, Reggie, Ethel, and Dilton in the fictional town of Riverdale. The storyline delves into themes of friendship, freedom, love, heartbreak, and rebellion, promising an engaging cinematic experience for audiences.
- PTC PUNJABI