Tamil Nadu CM Vijay joined millions of fans in celebrating cricket icon MS Dhoni’s 45th birthday by sharing a heartfelt message on social media. The “Jana Nayagan” star also posted a behind-the-scenes picture of his meeting with the former Indian captain in 2021.
A message from the heart born to ‘Captain Cool ‘
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Vijay wrote a heartfelt post about Dhoni’s impact on cricket fans, especially in Tamil Nadu.He wrote, “From every loud whistle that called your name to the countless hearts you inspired, your journey has been an integral part of Tamil Nadu sports! Happy birthday to our ‘Captain Cool’ Mahendra Singh Dhoni! Your amazing cricketing legacy, gentle leadership and humble generations continue to inspire.” I wish you good health, happiness and many years of success. May your whistles grow louder! #CMJosephVijay @msdhoni.“
Fans are following Vijay’s posts
The birthday message soon attracted the attention of thousands of social media users. One fan wrote, “My idols forever.”Another said: “I see similarities between you two. Both of you can respond appropriately to those who insult you through your actions, not words.”A third user celebrated Dhoni’s legacy by writing, “Captain Cool is not just a name, it’s a feeling for millions of cricket fans. Dhoni’s calm leadership, finishing skills, and humility made him a true legend of the game. His legacy will continue to inspire generations. Happy birthday, MS Dhoni!”
Goat interaction between Vijay and Dhoni
Vijay and Dhoni also have an interesting cinematic bond. In Vijay’s 2024 blockbuster ‘The Greatest of All Time’ (GOAT), directed by Venkat Prabhu, the IPL archive featuring MS Dhoni appears in one of the scenes. The pictures also include other cricketers like Ravindra Jadeja and Ruturaj Gaikwad.Although Dhoni did not shoot a new one for the film, this sequence touched the climax of the movie. Many fans joked on social media that Vijay had “rescued” Dhoni in true GOAT style, with the culmination of the player taking down a terrorist who had thrown a bomb into the stadium where Dhoni was playing.