A vintage video of former Indian cricket team captain MS Dhoni enjoying a casual evening with friends has surfaced on social media, sparking a wave of nostalgia and amusement among fans and netizens. The video provides a rare glimpse into Dhoni’s off-field persona, and it quickly became a trending topic on various social platforms.
A Peek into MS Dhoni’s Off-Field Life:
The video, which appears to be from a private gathering or a casual outing, shows Dhoni in a relaxed and jovial mood. He can be seen seated among friends, sharing laughter and engaging in animated conversations. What caught the attention of many was Dhoni’s casual approach to food and drink.
In the video, Dhoni can be seen relishing a popular Indian bar snack known as “chakna” while sipping on his preferred beverage. His carefree and unassuming attitude resonated with fans, who are more accustomed to seeing him in the role of a calm and composed cricketing legend on the field.
Ms Dhoni's Old Video With His Friends 👀pic.twitter.com/P628t52IUl
— RVCJ Media (@RVCJ_FB) August 31, 2023
Netizens’ Reactions:
Social media was abuzz with reactions from fans and netizens who expressed their delight at witnessing this light-hearted side of Dhoni. Many praised his humility and down-to-earth demeanour even after achieving immense success in his cricketing career.
Twitter was flooded with comments, memes, and GIFs celebrating Dhoni’s relatable and humanizing moments in the video. One of the fans playfully commented, “He’s eating all the chakna,” highlighting Dhoni’s evident enjoyment of the snack.
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He's eating all the chakna
— Shuveshek Rai (@shuveshek) August 31, 2023
Down to earth from the start, So much that bro don't use sofa
— Abhay 🇮🇳 (@InfinityAbhay) August 31, 2023
All his friends are drinking alcoholic drinks.. But he is drinking colddrink 😎 Respect 😲
— PraTap SingH (@BABUAAN0901) August 31, 2023
Video Quality – 144p
Memories – 4K— chaturr (@chaturr_) August 31, 2023
The voice tone is purely Bihari. Wow 😍😌
— DK (@CricCrazyDK) August 31, 2023
"Sab yaadgar rahega na, badka aadmi banega toh baccha sab ko dikhayenge."
— Samrat Jha (@samratorsam) August 31, 2023
Dosti to aise hi hoti h🥰
Long hair Dhoni 🥰🥰🥰— Saumya Tripathi (@SanskariSaumyat) August 31, 2023
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Dhoni’s Enduring Legacy:
MS Dhoni, one of the most iconic and successful cricket captains in the history of Indian cricket, retired from international cricket in August 2020. He left behind a legacy that included leading the Indian team to victory in multiple ICC tournaments, including the 2007 ICC World Twenty20 and the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup.
Beyond his cricketing achievements, Dhoni’s unflappable demeanour and leadership qualities earned him a special place in the hearts of cricket fans worldwide. He was last seen in action during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023, which Chennai Super Kings (CSK) won under Dhoni’s captaincy.
