Vir Das quotes

I fear debt. I don't like being indebted to banks. I have a rule in life that I will get it when I can afford it. (Vir Das)
I love the food, the girls, the sky and everything that is Delhi. I have very fond memories of the Moolchand flyover. View quote
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Alien Chutney is just what the name suggests it is. Its music that is so funny and quirky and weird that it feels entirely alien to the listener; yet, the content and the subject matter is so Indian and relatable, it's still chutney. View quote
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While Mumbai is a melting pot of cultures, Delhi is made of community, and we can see these lines quite clearly. An aunty from Punjabi Bagh will be different from a Faridabad aunty or an aunty from Vasant Kunj. View quote
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It might sound cliched, but choosing the right script is crucial. I think 'Badmaash Company' was a very big break for me because it gave me a lot of appreciation from the masses. It made me more confident as an actor. View quote
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Surround yourself with a bunch of like-minded people, and you'll soak up their habits like a starved sponge. Fat people with fat friends care less about their weight. View quote
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Delhi women - they're the most beautiful women! But the fact remains that they know they are gorgeous. View quote
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Comedy comes from confusion. View quote
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I am a big fan of Adam Sandler and Ben Stiller, who have carved a niche for themselves. I think doing different kind of films gives you longevity and the ability to set yourself apart. View quote
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For me, it is very important to believe in the kind of movies I do. 'Rang De Basanti' made me feel good about Indian cinema. The movie instilled in me a confidence so strong, that I wanted to be a part of the revolution in Bollywood. View quote
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In Bollywood, people struggle because there is a new person joining every week, who joins an assembly line of people who are very replaceable. But if you are unique, you don't have to struggle that much. (Vir Das)
I auditioned nine times for 'Delhi Belly,' and it was torturous! View quote
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I feel like I share a great relationship with my audience where they trust my judgment and choice of films and sense of comedy. View quote
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My personal favorite is Woody Allen, who is just amazing as a comedian. View quote
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You realise the responsibility of carrying a film on your shoulders when people are investing money in you and they recognise the hard work you have to put in. View quote
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Time management is the mantra of my life. View quote
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Chennai is one of the scariest crowds to face. Everyone looks so conservative, but once you crack the first joke, they are so appreciatively loud that they will hit you with a laugh that will scare you stiff and yet give you energy. Chennaiites give me the loudest laughs; it's the coolest crowd to perform for. View quote
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Women do come up to me after a show, but it's usually to say, 'Yhank you for making us laugh,' and all that. View quote
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Whatever movies I sign, they have to get me out of my comfort zone. Otherwise, I would get bored very easily. View quote
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I did theatre in the U.S. because there, content-wise, it's very light. In India, theatre tends to get preachy. View quote
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Relationship humour gets the most laughs. If I'm able to get the women laughing, men will have to laugh along because they would be scared to death. (Vir Das)
In a big Bollywood romantic film, taking my shirt off and spreading the hand towards the mountain with dancers behind me are not my cup of tea. View quote
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A stand-up comedian will never be the life of a party. Instead, he will be the guy who is standing at a corner and observing people. View quote
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The idea is to do out-of-the-box films that showcase my versatility and talent. View quote
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To me, the trick is not how can I make people laugh. It is, how can I make people laugh in a different way. View quote
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