Actor-comedian Vir Das, the first Indian to host the International Emmys in New York, has reacted to his viral monologue. On X, Das mentioned that he worked hard on his opening speech and was “happy that some people liked it”. In the monologue, the 45-year-old actor took a subtle dig at Donald Trump’s presidency, Elon Musk and Hollywood. He also mentioned Will Smith’s infamous Oscar slapping incident.

“Dreary day in New York, waking up to warmth and praise from home. Wanted to say thank you. The Emmys are a tough room. Highly formal, multiple countries, different levels of English, all waiting to get their awards. I worked hard. Worked hard, I’m glad some people liked it,” Vir Das wrote on X.

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In another post, Das credits the Delhi-based designerShubhangi Bajpayee, her official stylist for the Emmys. “We launched a brand new young designer. This was her dream piece, tailored with a bandhgala chikankari shirt, a black tie blazer and pleated ‘lungi-inspired’ pants. Was very happy to wear it. Her name is Shubhangi Bajpai. She He is from Lucknow and has just graduated from NIFT,” he wrote.

On 28th November, Go Goa Gone actor shares his opening monologue From the International Emmy Awards. He humorously commented that the only Indian name Americans know is “Raj”. He also joked about being offered the role of a character called “British Raj”.

“It’s great to be here completely legally. I’m not a citizen. It’s a very quick trip in and out. I just came here to vote. Before we start the show, let me say this politely. I have an Indian accent and depending on where I’m traveling it becomes hard for some people, so if tonight I say something you don’t understand, I want you to feel free to go to work tomorrow And ask your boss. And if your boss is not Indian, your boss’s boss,” Veer said in his monologue.

He said, “Tonight is a celebration of the world. We tell original diverse international stories that Hollywood has remade into cash cows with Kevin Hart and Liam Neeson.”

The actor continued, “Some of you may be discovered tonight. This time next year, you may be on an American TV show. Maybe your name is Hatsuko or Sir Kill, but in America you’re Guy, And if you’re an Indian, it’s the only name I know of a guy from England who really wants to put his diamonds on the stage. are here tonight and, politely, I think next year, one of you should actually put this show on the air.”

Weir then took a dig at Will Smith’s Oscars 2022 slapping incident and said, “Guys, who does Will Smith have to slap tonight to get people’s attention? I’m kidding. We’re foreigners. You do it.” Can.” Do not impose anything other than restrictions on foreigners. Sorry, tariffs. Before I go on, I have to tell you that if you win an award tonight, you only have 30 seconds on this platform, and that time is more than enough to congratulate those people. Those you love, even if it doesn’t please them.”

“But if you come on this platform, please do not come on this platform and say anything divisive, offensive or inflammatory because this is America and you will be elected. Sorry. Expelled. Forgive me. Expelled. Given. I’m so sorry. Tonight we pick winners. And America, you picked your winners.”

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Das also took a subtle dig at the tech titan Elon Musk, elected by Donald Trump To head the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).

“You’ve chosen someone who will lead you, make all your decisions, and be the most powerful person in the world, and I think you’ve made a good choice. Yes. He says random things, but he’s intelligent, successful, and Elon Musk is a legend, guys? Do you think Elon Musk sees the presidency the same way he sees Tesla? I have control. All I’m saying is keep Elon Musk happy, okay? He’ll buy your platform and turn it into a podcast,” Das said.

This is Vir Das’s second stint at the Emmys. In 2023, he won an award for his Netflix show, The Landing.