In a humorous interplay on social media, former Indian wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik showcased his sharp wit when a fan mistakenly recognized him as Bollywood actor Vikrant Massey. The combination-up occurred after the discharge of Massey’s newest movie, ‘Phir Aayi Haseen Dilruba’, a romantic thriller that premiered on Netflix on Friday (August 9) and has been trending on the platform ever since.
Dinesh Karthik responds with a humorous comeback to a fan
Massey, identified for his position within the critically acclaimed film twelfth Fail, has gained important recognition for his versatile performing abilities. Nevertheless, one fan, seemingly struck by a resemblance between Karthik and Massey, tweeted after watching Massey’s ‘Phir Aayi Haseen Dilruba’ playfully congratulating Karthik for his “efficiency” within the movie.
“Simply watched Phir Aayi Haseen Dilruba, highly effective efficiency by @Dineshkarthik”, a fan wrote on X (previously Twitter).
Simply watched Phir Aayi Hasseen Dilruba, highly effective efficiency by @DineshKarthik 👏
— Huge Bakait (@adirectconvo) August 16, 2024
The fan’s jest was met with a light-hearted and sarcastic reply from Karthik, who thanked the fan with a laughing emoji, proving that the cricketer-turned-commentator hasn’t misplaced his humorousness.
“Oh wow!!! Thanks” Karthik replied to the fan.
Oh wow !!!
Thanks 🤣😂 https://t.co/D28F2ETkiG
— DK (@DineshKarthik) August 17, 2024
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Karthik’s surprising comeback to cricket
Simply months after asserting his retirement from all types of cricket, Karthik has taken the cricket world abruptly together with his resolution to return to aggressive play. The previous Indian cricketer, who had bid farewell to the game after the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, not too long ago revealed that he will probably be taking part within the upcoming season of the SA20 cricket league in South Africa. This surprising comeback made Karthik, the primary Indian cricketer to affix the South African T20 league, the place he’ll symbolize the Paarl Royals.
Kathik’s new teaching position at RCB
Along with his return to lively cricket, Karthik can be set to tackle a brand new position within the IPL. The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) introduced that Karthik will be part of their teaching employees because the batting coach and mentor for the lads’s group within the upcoming season. This appointment comes after Karthik’s pivotal position as a participant for RCB within the final IPL season, the place his expertise and management had been extremely valued. Karthik’s twin involvement in each taking part in and training highlights his continued ardour for the game and his dedication to contributing to cricket in various capacities. As he prepares for these new challenges, followers eagerly anticipate his affect each on the sector and within the dugout.