Vaibhav Sooryavanshi warns paparazzi at airport visit with PM Modi
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 7:12 AM
Last updated Oct 16, 2026
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 15-year-old Indian cricket player, humorously advised airport paparazzi to prioritize their safety while filming, stating, “Reel ke chakkar mein thuk jaoge.” He made the remark upon arriving in New Delhi for a felicitation ceremony with Prime Minister Narendra Modi honoring India's Asian Games contingent. Modi encouraged athletes to inspire youth through sports, emphasizing its role in building resilience and discipline. The light-hearted moment quickly went viral on social media, reflecting the growing attention on Sooryavanshi as a rising sports star. The ceremony highlighted the achievements of the Indian team during the recent Asian Games.
- •Sooryavanshi jokes about safety to paparazzi at New Delhi airport.
- •He attended a ceremony with PM Modi honoring Asian Games athletes.
- •Modi encouraged athletes to motivate young people through sports.
- •Sooryavanshi's witty comment gained viral attention on social media.
- •Ceremony held at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium.
- 7:12 AMYahoo Sports — 'Reel ke chakkar mein thuk jaoge': Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's warning to paps goes viral - Watch
"Teenage cricket star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi went viral after jokingly warning airport paparazzi, “Reel ke chakkar mein thuk jaoge,” urging them to prioritise safety over filming. He was in New Delhi to meet PM Narendra Modi during a felicitation ceremony for India’s Asian Games contingent. Modi encouraged athletes to inspire children, highlighting sports’ role in teaching discipline, resilience and perseverance through his message, “Jo Khelega, Woh Khilega.”
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