Overview

• After his 2021 ‘I Come From Two Indias’ monologue went viral in India, Das faced multiple police complaints and accusations of insulting the nation.
• The controversy triggered an 18-month work stoppage during which his phone remained off for months and he lost several projects and brand deals.
• His first Emmy nomination for For India was overshadowed by being labeled a terrorist, prompting lawyers to advise against media appearances.
• Das wrote the Netflix special Landing during his hiatus, which went on to win an Emmy and revive his international profile.
• He credits an underground network of fellow comedians for legal and financial support and says the ordeal deepened his belief in satire’s power.