Following the success of Zach Cregger's horror film Weapons, Vir Das has expressed a strong desire to explore the horror genre, potentially as a director. Das, an International Emmy Award winner for his stand-up special Vir Das: Landing, has a diverse background in acting, comedy, and writing. His interest in horror seems to stem from a belief that the mechanics of comedy and horror are closely related.

Das has articulated that comedic timing and the generation of scares share fundamental similarities. He suggests that this parallel makes comedy directors well-suited to helm horror projects. This perspective aligns with a growing trend of comedians venturing into the horror genre, often with compelling results.

While details about specific projects are scarce, Das has a full slate of upcoming work. He is currently developing an American TV show, a sitcom titled Country Eastern with Fox, with plans to begin the series in July. He has also wrapped another series where he served as co-showrunner, co-director, and star. Additionally, he is slated to star in an American romantic comedy.

Das's interest in directing a horror film adds another dimension to his already multifaceted career. After starting his acting career in 2007 with a role in Namastey London, he has appeared in numerous films and stand-up specials. In 2020, he expanded his creative endeavors by writing and starring in the film Hasmukh.

Das has noted the evolution of his acting choices, explaining that he seeks roles that justify his presence, given the abundance of talented actors in the industry. He also reflected on the changing landscape of the entertainment industry, recalling a time before streaming platforms when securing roles required convincing producers and leveraging marketing and PR efforts. Das has described his acting career as one defined by "cult movies," films that are either intensely loved or intensely disliked. Examples include Hasmukh, Delhi Belly, and Go Goa Gone, which have garnered cult followings, while others, like Mastizaade, have earned a "cult hatred".

Though primarily known for his comedic work, Das has demonstrated an interest in darker roles, indicating a willingness to explore different facets of storytelling. In 2018, he was set to play a dark character in the film Happy Patel, for which he also wrote the screenplay. He drew inspiration from comedic spy series like Austin Powers, envisioning a blend of comedy, action, and drama. He observed that while such blends are common in Western cinema, they are less explored in India. Das believes that Indian cinema is beginning to tap into its potential, citing the success of horror-comedy films like Stree and his own experience with Go Goa Gone, which predated the zombie trend in India.