Hardik Pandya in his latest avatar [Source: @79_capetown/X.com]
Team India’s flamboyant all-rounder Hardik Pandya is no stranger to headlines, but this time, it’s his off-field charisma that’s breaking the internet. On Friday, February 28, Pandya dropped a sleek Instagram reel showcasing his signature style, aviator sunglasses, a fitted leather jacket, and a confident strut that left fans swooning.
The clip, set to a pulsating beat, saw the cricketer channelling his inner movie star, prompting playful calls from followers with mixed reactions ranging from borderline trolling and praising the look of the cricketer.
Netizens give out mixed reactions to Pandya's 'Hero' Avatar
Soon after Hardik Pandya dropped the video on his Instagram handle, netizens and Twitter users rained down comments on social media.
Users were found saying “cast him in Hollywood” or “launch his own fashion line.” Comments ranged from “Hardik for Fast & Furious 12!” to “Who needs Bollywood when we have Pandya swag?”
With netizens showering praise and memes, let's take a look at how Twitter reacted to it:
"Big Breaking 🚨🚨Hardik Pandya replaced Hrithik Roshan in Krrish 4!!" - @79_capetown
"The Man Has Different AURA 🔥🔥🔥" -@ForHardikPandya
"Hardik pandya cast as new Blade for the next Marvel movie Blade releasing on Christmas 2027." - @AnkanDu58054914
"Hardik Pandya = Swag, Style & Sixes! 😎🔥" - @Over_and_out1
"Hardik Pandya >>> Actors 🤷🥶" - @cricketbaba33
"HARDIK PANDYA THE GANGSTER" - @Sulemannagori23
Pandya Finding Form
While Pandya’s style game remains undimmed, his recent on-field performances have been under scrutiny. In India’s last ODI series against England, he contributed with both bat and ball, scoring 36 runs and picking 3 wickets. His, consistency has been a concern as in the Champions Trophy too he has managed to score only 8 runs and pick 2 wickets in 2 matches.
Nevertheless, Pandya will aim to bounce back in style as India will be eyeing a win against New Zealand on March 2 in their current Champions Trophy 2025 campaign.