Bollywood meets cricket, and fans are loving it! Filmmaker Karan Johar has introduced a surprising new ‘lover boy’ in town—and it’s none other than former Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni. Yes, you read that right! The calm and cool Mahi is now winning hearts in a whole new way, thanks to a recent ad film teaser shared by Karan himself.
Dhoni’s Romantic Avatar Shocks and Delights Fans
Karan Johar posted a short teaser on Instagram, revealing MS Dhoni in a completely different light. The cricketer appears in casual clothes, looking stylish and charming. The background music features a fresh track by the soulful singer Arijit Singh, adding to the romantic feel of the clip.
In the video, Dhoni is seen releasing a heart-shaped balloon and saying, “Tum jo saath chalti ho, har safar khoobsoorat banati ho” (When you walk with me, you make the journey beautiful). Fans were quick to notice Dhoni’s soft and romantic side, something they haven’t seen before.
Fans React with Excitement and Love
As soon as the teaser dropped, the internet lit up with reactions. Fans were thrilled to see Dhoni in this new look. One fan wrote, “Aaye haaye… cutie pie,” while another cleverly said, “Kuch Kuch Thala hai,” a fun twist on Karan Johar’s iconic film Kuch Kuch Hota Hai and Dhoni’s nickname “Thala”.
Another fan added, “I’m falling for you a little bit more,” while many shared heart emojis and praised Dhoni’s new style. Some even felt nostalgic, saying the video reminded them of late actor Sushant Singh Rajput, who once played Dhoni on-screen.
Of course, not everyone was on board. One user joked, “Ye kis line mein aagaye aap, Maahi sir?” questioning Dhoni’s sudden shift to acting. But overall, the response was full of love and excitement.
Not a Movie—It’s an Ad!
Many fans wondered if Dhoni is entering Bollywood for real. But Karan Johar cleared the air, confirming that this is just an ad film directed by Punit Malhotra. The ad is for Gulf Pride, and it shows Dhoni’s love for bikes in a cinematic and romantic way. Punit also shared his thoughts, saying it was Dhoni’s presence that made the film so magical.
What’s Next for Karan Johar?
While this ad got a lot of attention, Karan Johar is also busy with his upcoming film Kesari: Chapter 2. The movie is based on the tragic Jallianwala Bagh massacre and focuses on a courtroom drama led by lawyer C Sankaran Nair. It stars R Madhavan and Ananya Panday and is set to release on April 18.
