In the city where cricket dreams took shape for a young boy from Jharkhand, Mahendra Singh Dhoni – the man who would go on to become one of India’s most revered captains – continues to command the same awe he did at the peak of his cricketing career. But this time, it wasn’t a no-look run-out or a last-ball six that had fans racing. It was a car. A very special car.
Over the weekend, a video of Dhoni driving through the streets of Ranchi in his stunning vintage blue Rolls-Royce went viral – a now-familiar scene where India’s “Captain Cool” turns heads without uttering a single word. Dressed casually in a blue sleeveless vest, Dhoni was seen behind the wheel, leaving his residence as eager fans waited outside his gate, some sprinting behind the car, others filming in excitement. In typical Dhoni fashion, there was no wave, no drama – just understated presence.
MS Dhoni with his vintage Rolls-Royce on the streets of Ranchi 😍 pic.twitter.com/svT4agvKwN
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A Garage That Tells Stories
Dhoni’s love for motorcycles and cars is no secret. But the scale of that passion is what truly floors even his peers. Former Indian pacer Venkatesh Prasad recently posted a video from a visit to Dhoni’s garage and let’s just say, it’s not your average showroom.
“One of the craziest passions I’ve seen in a person,” Prasad wrote on X. “What a collection and what a man MSD is. A great achiever and an even more incredible person… Just blown away by the man and his passion.”
With over 70 motorcycles and at least 15 luxury and vintage cars, Dhoni’s collection is a reflection of the man himself – eclectic, thoughtful, built to last, and each piece with a story.
From a Yamaha RD350 to a Confederate Hellcat, from a classic Nissan 1-ton pickup to the latest Rolls-Royce, Dhoni’s garage is part motor museum, part man cave, part time machine. It’s a space where India’s most composed cricketer lets his hair down and gives in to the roar of the engine.
From Wicketkeeper to Action Star?
While fans were still catching their breath from seeing Dhoni cruise past in Ranchi, another video set the internet ablaze – the teaser for ‘The Chase’, a cryptic and high-octane promo featuring Dhoni and actor R. Madhavan.
Directed by Vasan Bala, the teaser has sparked widespread speculation. Is it a full-length feature? A web series? A brand campaign? The production team isn’t saying much, and that silence has only fueled the fire.
“One mission. Two fighters. Buckle up – a wild, explosive chase begins. The Chase – teaser out now. Coming soon,” read Madhavan’s post.
While Dhoni has made brief screen appearances in the past, mostly in endorsements or promotional videos, this project feels… different. Could this be Dhoni’s full-fledged acting debut?
If it is, it wouldn’t be surprising. After all, this is the same man who went from Indian Railways ticket collector to World Cup-winning captain, IPL icon, and global cricketing phenomenon – all on his own terms.
Ranchi’s Favourite Son, Forever
In Ranchi, Dhoni isn’t just a cricketer. He’s a story, a symbol, and a source of endless inspiration. Every time he steps out, be it on a cricket field, a race track, or just in his Rolls-Royce – he’s met with cheers that echo the years gone by.
For a generation of fans, Dhoni will always be the man who kept his cool when others lost theirs. And whether he’s behind a stump, a steering wheel, or a film camera, he continues to captivate a country that simply can’t get enough of Mahi.
