Internet erupts over Captain Cool Dhoni's latest hair transformation, nicknames flood in, dubbing him 'king'
MS Dhoni Unveils Fresh, Youthful Look with Sharp Fade Haircut
Former Team India captain MS Dhoni, who plays for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League (IPL), has given his fans a surprise with a bold new hairstyle. Celebrity hairstylist Aalim Hakim shared photos and videos of Dhoni's latest haircut on Instagram, showcasing a sharp fade with ash and blonde highlights, volume at the crown, and a groomed beard[1][2].
The post on Instagram about Dhoni's new hairstyle received captions such as "Mahendra Singh Dhoni, Mr. Cool. Serving hot." and "Warning: This much swag might overheat your screen."[3][4]. The reactions from fans have been overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing amazement that he looks much younger than his age and praising him as a continued style icon. Even Dhoni's wife Sakshi reportedly expressed her admiration, noting how young he looks with the new hairstyle[4].
Ronit Roy, an actor, also commented on Dhoni's new look, saying "He looks so good..."[5]. Aalim Hakim described the video as showing Dhoni turning up the heat and serving hot, while the hairstylist also referred to the video as a demonstration of Dhoni's clean, fearless, and always-ahead-of-the-curve style[1][2].
Dhoni finished the IPL 2025 season at the bottom with 4 wins and 10 losses in 14 matches. He scored 196 runs in 13 innings, with an average of 24.50, and his highest score was 30*. Despite his team's performance, Dhoni's new hairstyle has kept him in the spotlight, reinforcing his status as a style icon and relevant personality beyond cricket[1][2][4].
In summary:
- Hairstyle: Sharp fade with ash and blonde highlights, volume on top, and groomed beard
- Stylist: Aalim Hakim
- Age: 44
- Fan/Celebrity reaction: Very positive, with fans marveling at his youthful look; wife Sakshi and actor Ronit Roy also impressed
- Significance: Reinforces Dhoni’s status as a style icon and still relevant personality beyond cricket[1][2][4].
This new look has sparked a fresh wave of admiration and kept Dhoni in the spotlight for his timeless cool style rather than just his cricketing prowess. The hashtag '@mahi7781' was included in Aalim Hakim's Instagram post about Dhoni's new hairstyle[5].
- Despite his recent subpar performance in the IPL 2025 season, MS Dhoni, the former Indian cricket captain, continues to captivate audiences with his fresh, youthful look after unveiling a sharp fade haircut.
- Reminiscent of the vibrant Bollywood scene, the reactions from Dhoni's fans and fellow celebrities, such as actor Ronit Roy, have shown an admiration that stretches beyond his cricketing career.
- As cricket is not his only passion, MS Dhoni, as a trailblazer in sports and fashion, has solidified his position as a style icon in India, sparking an interest in sports and crime-free discussions, encompassing sports like football along the way.
