Pankaj Tripathi’s viral transformation leaves fans shocked

Actor Pankaj Tripathi recently unveiled a distinctive fashion style in a photo posted on Instagram. He wore a green velvet long blazer adorned with golden zari embroidery, paired with red zardozi harem pants and a cap. This new look, which differs from his typical grounded persona, prompted curious reactions from fans, some of whom speculated whether the images were altered using AI technology.

<p>In his post, Tripathi used the caption, “Ek nayi shuruat. This is the beginning of something interesting. How’s the ‘vibe’?" He also included the song "Ghafoor" from Aryan Khan’s directorial debut, *Bads of Bollywood*, possibly hinting at a related upcoming project.</p>

<p>Ranveer Singh, known for his bold fashion choices, humorously commented on Tripathi’s post, saying, “Arre! Yeh kya, Guruji?! Hum sudhar gaye, aur aap bigad gaye?” which translates to, “I mended my ways, and you changed yours!” This lighthearted exchange quickly gained traction on social media.</p>

<p>Tripathi was last seen in Anurag Basu’s *Metro… In Dino*, exploring modern love stories in urban India, and has also appeared in *Stree 2: Sarkate Ka Aatank*. Reports indicate that he may star in a project titled *Parivarik ManuRanjan* in the future, although details are not yet available. Meanwhile, Singh is preparing for his upcoming film *Dhurandhar*, scheduled for release on December 5, 2025.</p>