Mithila Palkar on Vir Das’ acting tip for ‘Happy Patel’: ‘I knew I was in safe hands’ |

Mithila Palkar credits Vir Das for revolutionizing her on-set approach in Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos. He advised blocking out comedy timing worries and focusing on lines alone. This boosted her confidence immensely. In an interview, she shared his words: “Don’t overthink; say the lines, comedy will follow.” Feeling guided, she thrived riffing with him. Mithila…

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Vir Das reveals why ‘Pathaan’ and ‘Tiger’ made ‘Happy Patel’ possible: ‘I decided to rewrite the whole script’ |

Vir Das ventures into filmmaking with his directorial debut, ‘Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos,’ a spy comedy. Inspired by the success of mainstream spy thrillers like ‘Pathaan’ and ‘Tiger,’ Das rewrote the script to offer a comedic take on the genre. Vir Das has stepped into a new phase of his career with his directorial debut,…

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‘Rahu Ketu’ box office collection day 1: Pulkit Samrat and Varun Sharma-led comedy opens with Rs 1 crore on Friday |

Comedic duo Pulkit Samrat and Varun Sharma’s new film ‘Rahu Ketu’ has hit theatres, but its opening day collection of Rs 1 crore fell short of expectations. The film, featuring a magical notebook that brings unlucky characters to life, faces stiff competition from other releases, including Vir Das’ ‘Happy Patel,’ which opened stronger. Comedic duo…

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January jinx at the box office: A real phenomenon or myth? Will ‘Happy Patel’, Sunny Deol’s ‘Border 2’ break that in 2026? Trade experts weigh in – EXCLUSIVE |

For the longest time now, the month of January has been considered a ‘jinxed’ month for Bollywood. For years now, there have been movies which released in Janaury and did not work at the box office, which led to a term called ‘January jinx’ within the industry. Last year in 2025, we saw movies like…

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‘Happy Patel’ actor Vir Das’s new Mumbai home: A glimpse into his “no-decor” yet aesthetically pleasing space |

In a captivating video by Farah Khan, Vir Das’s Mumbai residence offers a delightful glimpse into his personal sanctuary, starkly different from his charismatic public image. The space boasts an artistic flair while exuding a warm, rustic charm, showcasing his collection of nature-inspired artifacts. Fans couldn’t help but admire the authentic, cozy atmosphere of his…

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Farah Khan reveals Aamir Khan chopped Vir Das’ Jaa Chudail song from Delhi Belly because he was ‘jealous’; ‘Mujhko bola gaya ki ek pacing issue tha’ |

Actor and stand-up comedian Vir Das was the latest guest on Farah Khan’s vlog, where the choreographer-director visited his home for a candid chat ahead of the release of his upcoming film Happy Patel. What stood out from the conversation, however, was Farah’s hilarious revelation about Delhi Belly and why Vir’s popular song Jaa Chudail…

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Imran Khan is back in Bollywood after 10 years, netizens praise Vir Das’ ‘Happy Patel’, call it a ‘Delhi Belly’ reunion |

After more than a decade away from Bollywood, actor Imran Khan is finally back on the big screen. His return has been confirmed with Vir Das’ directorial debut, Happy Patel, where Imran makes a cameo appearance. Fans have been eagerly waiting to see him again after his last film, ‘Katti Batti’, released in 2015.The announcement…

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