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Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor picks between MS Dhoni’s helicopter shot and Virat Kohli’s cover drive

May 13, 2024

“Mr. & Mrs. Mahi,” a movie featuring Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor and versatile actor Rajkummar Rao, stands as one of the most eagerly awaited films of 2024. The recent unveiling of its trailer further intensified the excitement among fans.

Cricket quiz with Janhvi Kapoor and Rajkumar Rao

Recently both Janhvi and Rajkumar were guests on the Star Sports show “This or That” during the movie’s promotion. In this segment, they faced numerous cricket-related queries, each requiring a choice. From selecting their preferred IPL stadium between Wankhede and Chepauk to deciding between MS Dhoni‘s iconic helicopter shot and Virat Kohli‘s famed cover drive, they engaged in spirited deliberations.

The choice between MS Dhoni’s helicopter shot and Virat Kohli’s cover drive

In the engaging segment of the show, Janhvi and Rajkummar found themselves at a crossroads when presented with the choice between two iconic cricketing shots: Dhoni’s legendary helicopter shot and Kohli’s celebrated cover drive. After a brief moment of contemplation, both stars ultimately leaned towards Dhoni’s helicopter shot, acknowledging its iconic status in cricketing folklore. Apart from that one of the intriguing choices involved picking between India’s T20 World Cup victory in 2007 and the iconic 2011 ODI World Cup triumph. They opted for the latter, citing the unforgettable finish by Dhoni with a six that secured India the ODI World Cup after 28 years.

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Reason behind admiration for MS Dhoni

In another segment of the show, they shared their admiration for Dhoni, discussing their fondest moments related to the cricketing legend. Janhvi recounted an incident during a recent Chennai Super Kings (CSK) match against Gujarat Titans (GT) in the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad few days ago, where a fan approached Dhoni, impressed by his composed demeanor. She highlighted Dhoni’s ability to handle the situation with maturity, which left a lasting impression on her. Additionally, she praised Dhoni’s resilience on the field during the same game with the bar, noting his determination to fight till the end, despite the eventual loss. On the other hand, Rajkumar expressed his admiration for Dhoni’s simplicity and calmness, emphasizing his ability to maintain composure in challenging situations.