Pankaj Tripathi has taken the internet by storm with his latest photoshoot, unveiling a bold new look that left fans doing a double take. Known for his understated and grounded on-screen personas, the Mirzapur actor surprised everyone by stepping into a high-fashion avatar that many couldn’t believe was real — quite literally.
On Friday, the 49-year-old actor dropped a series of stunning pictures that showcased him in a never-before-seen style. Tripathi donned a deep emerald green velvet coat layered over a sheer black floral-embroidered shirt, paired with striking red brocade dhoti pants. Topping off his look with a checkered flat cap, he exuded the aura of a suave style icon.
Captioning the post with intrigue, he wrote, “Ek nayi shuruyat. This is the beginning of something interesting. How’s the vibe?” — a cryptic line that instantly set fans speculating whether this transformation hinted at a new project or a fashion campaign.
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The photos quickly went viral, drawing reactions from fans and celebrities alike. Ranveer Singh, known for his own flamboyant fashion sense, couldn’t resist commenting, “Arre! yeh kya, Guruji?! Hum sudhar gaye, aur aap bigad gaye.” Actor Gulshan Devaiah playfully chimed in, “Oye Punky!! Punky Oye! sir sir sir sir sir.”
While many lauded Tripathi’s daring new aesthetic, others were left wondering if the images were AI-generated. Comments such as “This can’t be real! Relax, guys, AI hain,” and “We’re confused whether this is real or AI” flooded the section, blurring the line between digital illusion and reality.
Despite the online debate, one thing was certain — Pankaj Tripathi had successfully reinvented himself in the public eye. Fans couldn’t stop gushing over his youthful appearance and confident flair.
Tripathi, who was last seen in Anurag Basu’s ensemble drama Metro…In Dino, alongside Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, Konkona Sen Sharma, and Neena Gupta, seems to be hinting at a new chapter in his career. The actor is next slated to appear in Varun V. Sharma’s Parivarik ManuRanjan, also featuring Aditi Rao Hydari.
Whether this viral look is a prelude to a new role or simply an artistic experiment, one thing’s for sure — Pankaj Tripathi has everyone talking. And in true Tripathi fashion, he’s done it with equal parts mystery, elegance, and wit.
