Sanju Samson serves biryani to elderly residents at old age home, his latest video leaves fans impressed

Indian cricketer Sanju Samson is winning hearts for a reason that has little to do with his performances on the cricket field. As Diwali celebrations brought people together, the wicketkeeper-batter chose to spend time with elderly residents at an old-age home. A video of his visit, shared by the Sanju Samson Foundation, has struck a chord with social media users. From serving food to interacting with the residents, Samson’s thoughtful gesture has caught everyone's attention, with the clip crossing five million views.

Sanju Samson serves biryani to elderly residents

The video shows Samson personally serving what appears to be biryani to elderly residents. He also takes time to speak with them and poses for photographs, making the visit more than just a brief appearance. Shared a day before Diwali, the video has received considerable attention online. The cricketer's gesture has drawn praise, particularly as he chose to celebrate the festive occasion by spending time with senior citizens.

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What is the Sanju Samson Foundation?

The visit was organised as part of the community work undertaken by the Sanju Samson Foundation. Established in 2023 by Samson and co-founder Charulatha Remesh, the organisation works towards supporting people through various initiatives. His Diwali visit to the old-age home is among the foundation's efforts to connect with and support members of the community.

Internet reacts

A user wrote, "This is why we love this man! No matter how big he becomes or how far he reaches, he never loses his simplicity. Even after becoming a world-class cricketer, he never carries that celebrity attitude. Always feels like our own chettan, someone from our family, not a celebrity. That’s what makes Sanju different from everyone else. Pride of Kerala." Another commented, "Even as he reaches new heights, Sanju never forgets his roots and continues to support his hometown and the younger generation. That is what deserves the biggest applause! A hero who has always made Malayalees proud. May God bless him with the strength and success to go even further!" One added, "Going beyond the boundaries of togetherness, love and sharing... Chettan."

How did Sanju Samson perform in the India vs New Zealand T20I series?

Samson's heartwarming gesture came shortly after India's five-match T20I series against New Zealand. The wicketkeeper-batter finished the series with 107 runs. He made an impressive start, smashing 67 off just 33 balls in the opening match. However, he struggled to maintain that momentum in the remaining four games, scoring 14, 18, four and four respectively.