Teenage Indian cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi goes viral after jokingly warning airport paparazzi not to risk their safety while chasing videos. In a widely shared interaction at an airport, he reportedly says, “Reel ke chakkar mein thuk jaoge,” a remark that translates as a warning that they could end up struggling or getting hurt if they focus only on filming. Several outlets describe it as an appeal to keep safety first.
Sooryavanshi is in New Delhi for a public felicitation connected to India’s Asian Games contingent. He meets Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the event. Modi, according to the reports, encourages athletes and highlights how sports can teach discipline, resilience, and perseverance, using the message “Jo Khelega, Woh Khilega” (“Whoever plays will grow”). While the outlets focus on the viral airport exchange, they all place it within the context of his visit for the Asian Games-related recognition.
