Viorel Dragu
Comedian, Co-Founder of Club 99, Performer, Creator, Producer and Shareholder @ ComedyBox, Co-founder Lejereanu, Co-founder Hoodigans
Vio is stepping on the FOMO 2026 stage with both a mic and a mindset.
Viorel Dragu, widely known as Vio, is one of Romania’s most recognized stand-up comedians and a key figure in the country’s modern comedy movement. Active since 2004, he built his reputation through sharp observational and satirical humor, first gaining national recognition as part of the iconic trio Teo, Vio și Costel. Over the years, he has evolved from a performer into a creator, producer, and strategic contributor to the growth of Romania’s comedy ecosystem.
Beyond the stage, Vio has expanded his impact into entrepreneurship, focusing on building brands and platforms that extend comedy beyond live performance. Together with Dan Frînculescu, he co-founded Lejereanu, a wine brand rooted in the values of authenticity, connection, and humor. The project reflects his ability to translate creative identity into tangible business ventures, creating products that resonate with audiences both culturally and commercially.
Vio is also a shareholder in Comedy Box, a digital platform dedicated to stand-up comedy content. His involvement underscores a long-term vision to develop sustainable infrastructure for comedians, support original content production, and help shape the future of comedy as both an art form and a scalable industry. Through his dual role as artist and entrepreneur, Vio represents a new generation of creators who are not only performers, but also builders of brands, platforms, and cultural capital.
