Ep 109. Gerard Butler, Mindy Kaling, Free Energy
- March 17, 2010
Gerard Butler, Mindy Kaling, and Free Energy all appear on season 17 episode 109 of the Late Show with David Letterman.
Gerard Butler, a Scottish actor known for his roles in films such as 300, Law Abiding Citizen, and Phantom of the Opera, sits down with Letterman to talk about his latest project. Butler is promoting his film Olympus Has Fallen, a high-action thriller about a former secret service agent who must rescue the President of the United States from a terrorist attack on the White House. Butler discusses the intense action sequences in the film and the physical preparation he underwent for the role. He also shares stories about his experiences working with his co-stars, including Morgan Freeman and Aaron Eckhart.
Mindy Kaling, an actress, writer, and producer best known for her work on The Mindy Project and The Office, also appears on the show. Kaling and Letterman discuss her role as a writer and performer on The Office, as well as her experiences working on her own show, The Mindy Project. Kaling talks about her character on the show, a quirky and outspoken OB/GYN named Mindy Lahiri, and the inspiration behind the character. She also shares her thoughts on the changing landscape of television and the increasing representation of women and people of color in Hollywood.
In addition to Butler and Kaling, the band Free Energy performs on the show. Free Energy is an American indie rock band known for their energetic performances and catchy, guitar-driven music. Letterman and the band chat about their influences and their latest album, Love Sign.
Throughout the episode, Letterman peppers his guests with his trademark wit and humor, eliciting laughs and insights from both Butler and Kaling. He also engages with the audience, taking questions and comments from the crowd and bantering with his band leader, Paul Shaffer.
Overall, season 17 episode 109 of the Late Show with David Letterman is a fun and lively episode featuring interesting guests and entertaining performances. Whether you're a fan of Gerard Butler, Mindy Kaling, or Free Energy, there's plenty to enjoy in this episode of the long-running talk show.
