Vir Das’ Hilarious IFFM 2025 Acceptance Speech: “I’m Like COVID-19”

Comedian Vir Das had the audience in stitches with his acceptance speech after winning the Disruptor Award at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2025. His witty remarks about how the paparazzi describe him compared to other Bollywood stars were a highlight of the evening.

Vir Das’s Playful Jab at Paparazzi Culture

Das joked about the ubiquitous nature of his presence in media, comparing himself to COVID-19. He playfully suggested that the paparazzi captions always imply he’s “spreading” everywhere, unlike stars like Aamir Khan, who are described with more flattering terms.

A Must-See Moment from IFFM 2025

This lighthearted moment provided a humorous take on the pressures of fame and the often-absurd nature of media attention. Don’t miss Vir Das’s full acceptance speech – it’s a guaranteed laugh riot!