As Bollywood’s box-office heartthrob Shahid Kapoor celebrates his birthday in 2024, the world is not only rallying around his latest cinematic venture ‘Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya,’ but also reminiscing the myriad ways he keeps his legion of fans entertained outside the silver screen. The actor’s knack for humor has been a recurring theme, and his Instagram feed is a testament to this, showcasing moments where he had followers in stitches.
One quintessential instance was an endearing exchange between Shahid and his wife Mira Rajput. Shared with the public through a playful Instagram video, the clip reveals the couple in what appears to be a behind-the-scenes setting. Shahid, embracing the role of Mira’s whimsical assistant, theatrically fans her with a diminutive prop. His mimicry of a comedic accent while declaring, “Maam ko sweating nahi hota, but fir bhi cooling chahiye,” translates to ‘[The] Madam doesn’t sweat, but still wants cooling.’ The footage instantly struck a chord, leaving Mira and audiences alike bursting with laughter.
Another vignette that captured the fancy of Shahid’s digital followers involved his infectious dance groove. A video that spiraled to a staggering 20 million views depicted the actor diving into a bhangra routine. Adopting the persona of ‘Jattan da Swag,’ he flaunted a carefree essence greatly cherished by fans.
Diving deeper into the actor’s treasure trove of jest, we find Shahid donning a white shirt accessorized unconventionally with a black printed dupatta. Portraying what he labeled his “favorite type of relative,” he engaged in a light-hearted imitation that highlighted the relative’s humorous observations about Shahid’s ponderous figure. The authenticity and relatability in Shahid’s act, marinated in the playful mockery of “Tu mota kina ho gaya, shirt vi nahin aandi, pant vi ni fasdi,” which translates to ‘Why have you gotten so fat, your shirt and pants don’t fit you anymore,’ enchanted his audience, showcasing his talent for witty banter.
Shahid also infused his sense of humor into a playful twist on the ‘motta reel.’ The actor produced a reel pulsating with anticipatory glee of gastronomic adventures post-promotion. Through the caption “The feeling after promotions are done,” Shahid humorously delineated his indulgence plans, subtly referencing cricketer Virat Kohli’s famed penchant for savories. Shahid further spiced up the video with the inclusion of a cricket bat, garnering affection from sports fans and cinephiles alike.
In a jovial nod to his physical prowess, or the deft parody of it, Shahid disseminated a clip where he feigns strenuous exertion with fabricated weights, spinning the clip into a tapestry of farce. The sight of him hoisting the prop weights with over-the-top grimaces and even balancing them daintily on a finger transformed a regular workout into a vaudeville act. Co-star Kriti Sanon, among many, found joy in this lighthearted performance.
While Shahid Kapoor luxuriates in the applause for his poignant roles, his birthday also marks a tribute to the joyous escapades that satiate his followers’ hunger for laughter. Each video, each candid moment that Shahid shares, cements his standing not just as a versatile actor but as the undisputed king of humor on Instagram, leaving fans yearning for the next chapter of his comedic saga.
