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Don't get my accent? Ask your Boss: Vir Das makes history at Emmys
Das’s opening monologue, which is now going viral, tackled everything from cultural stereotypes to global politics, weaving humor with pointed commentary that left an indelible impression.
Vir Das at Emmys / Image- Instagram (Vir Das)
Actor-comedian Vir Das, the first Indian to host the International Emmy Awards, commanded the stage on Nov. 26 with a monologue that was both sharp and resonant.
Das’s opening monologue, which is now going viral, tackled everything from cultural stereotypes to global politics, weaving humor with pointed commentary that left an indelible impression.
"It is very good to be here completely legally. I'm not a citizen. It's a very quick visit, in and out. I was just here to vote. Before we start the show, I should say this humbly. I have an Indian accent and that tends to be tough depending on where I'm travelling to for some people. So if there's anything that I say tonight that you do not understand, I want you to feel free to just go to work tomorrow and ask your boss. And if your boss isn't Indian, your boss's boss," Vir said in his monologue.
Das didn’t hold back in referencing controversial personalities. Taking a jab at former U.S. President Donald Trump, he humorously noted, “In America, if you come up on this platform and say anything divisive, offensive, or inflammatory, you won’t be ejected—you’ll be elected.” The quip was a sly critique of Trump’s polarizing political legacy.
Tech mogul Elon Musk also found himself in Das’s line of fire. “Keep Elon Musk happy. He will buy your platform and turn it into a podcast,” he joked, referencing Musk’s penchant for transforming industries.
Hollywood’s limited roles for Indian actors were another focal point of Das’s monologue. “It’s the only name Americans know. I’ve been offered doctor Raj, lawyer Raj, engineer Raj. I even got offered a guy from England named British Raj,” he quipped, underscoring the stereotypical casting practices.
Das also highlighted how global stories are often appropriated by Hollywood. “Tonight is a celebration of the world. We tell the original, diverse international stories that Hollywood remakes into cash cows with Kevin Hart and Liam Neeson,” he said.
Reflecting on his experience, Das took to social media to thank fans for their support. “The Emmys is a tough room… I worked hard on that monologue. I’m happy some people liked it,” he wrote.
He also praised Delhi-based designer Shubhangi Bajpai, whose creation—a chikankari bandhgala shirt paired with lungi-inspired pleated pants—infused Indian tradition into his look for the international event.
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