WATCH: AP Dhillon invites India’s Asia Cup hero Abhishek Sharma on stage at live concert, video Goes Viral

New Delhi: Star India explosive batter Abhishek Sharma became the focus of a viral off-field moment when global music star AP Dhillon invited him on stage during a live concert. In a video shared by Sharma on Instagram has taken social media b storm, Dhillon spotted him in the crowd, invited him up, and embraced him warmly, saying, “Apna Punjabi munda aaya yaar aithey.” The impromptu interaction, full of pride, warmth, and cultural connection, resonated deeply with fans from both the sports and music worlds.

Video goes viral on social media

The video captures Abhishek Sharma smiling as he steps on stage with AP Dhillon, embracing the unexpected attention away from the cricket pitch. As Dhillon introduced him to the cheering audience, the pair shared a brief hug, prompting loud applause and chants from fans. The moment showed Abhishek’s rising popularity beyond cricket and marked a unique crossover between India’s sports and music stars.

Known for his calm and cmposed nature on the cricket field, Abhishek appeared both relaxed and humbled by the gesture. Casually dressed, the young batter enjoyed the spotlight but kept the attention on the artist, waving to the crowd before stepping aside. The video quickly went viral, with fans applauding the simplicity of the moment and describing it as a “wholesome desi moment.”

Social media buzzed with reactions, as fans celebrated the “Punjabi pride” and praised AP Dhillon for recognizing Indian athletes on such a grand stage. Many also noted that moments like this humanize sports stars, showing them enjoying life beyond the pressures of competitive matches.

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