Hrithik Roshan Calls Vir Das' Netflix Special The Best Ever: 'It Is Pure Genius'
Hrithik Roshan calls Vir Das' Fool Volume 'the best stand-up show ever.' The actor reinstalled Instagram just to praise the Netflix special. Details inside.
Bollywood heartthrob Hrithik Roshan has made a surprising return to Instagram — and it's not for a film promotion or personal update. The actor rejoined the platform specifically to shower praise on comedian-actor Vir Das for his latest Netflix stand-up special Fool Volume. Hrithik called it 'the best stand-up show ever," making it clear that the special left a lasting impression on him.
Taking to Instagram, Hrithik wrote, 'Had to reinstall Instagram cause I had to say this. Vir Das' Fool Volume has got to be the best stand-up show ever."
The heartfelt shoutout quickly garnered attention from fans and fellow celebrities alike, with many lauding Hrithik's genuine appreciation for the art of comedy.
Released globally this past Friday, Fool Volume marks Vir Das' sixth stand-up special and comes on the heels of his historic International Emmy Award win in 2024 for Landing. With this new outing, Vir delves even deeper into themes of identity, politics, absurdity, and cultural duality — all wrapped in his signature wit and biting satire.
Vir's blend of introspection and humour in Fool Volume has resonated widely, with critics calling it his most personal and experimental work to date. The special's sharp writing, fearless honesty, and timely cultural reflections have made it a talking point among audiences in India and abroad.
Reacting to Hrithik's public admiration, Vir responded with humility and gratitude, 'Day, month, year, life made. Thank you Hrithik for always shining light and for always being amazing. Thank you thank you @hrithikroshan I admire you so much."
With Fool Volume, Vir Das continues to solidify his reputation as one of India's most fearless and globally relevant comedians. And with Hrithik Roshan's unexpected endorsement, the special has now earned a stamp of approval from Bollywood royalty too.
Fool Volume is now streaming on Netflix.
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July 27, 2025, 18:15 IST
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