Destructive Dhoni

In the midst of dim lights and some really groovy music, sportstar-turned-models Yuvraj Singh and Mahendra Singh Dhoni walked in style as brand ambassadors of Reebok. Sporting the cool new t-shirts of the Spring Summer Collection of the brand, the two ‘heroes’ smiled generously for the present media but sauntered off faster than they usually are while chasing the ball on the cricket field, when asked to speak about their experience.
As the models showcased the collection, Yuvraj Singh seemed to be very comfortable but Dhoni put up a bad show at trying not to be caught feeling claustrophobic. Was it just the crowd or was the cool collection sported by the models too hot… we wonder.
Kudos to Yuvraj Singh, who at least made an effort to come out and face the media and squeeze in a word of praise for Dhoni and Harbhajan Singh. When asked who he thinks is the best dressed in the Indian team, he said, “I think Dhoni, he is best dressed.” Then followed by a short pause he added, “And Bhajji, I think Harbhajan Singh is also very well-dressed.”
As for Dhoni, the only line heard from him was he posed for photographers. Through his smile, he said, “I can’t see a single face.” No wonder, he escaped from his faceless fear as soon as the show was over.
Whether Dhoni is just being media shy or is it just the start of a bout of star tantrums… only time will tell and soon.

Published in Hindustan Times Next on March 30, 2006