Nagaland Minister Temjen Imna Along's Witty 'Anushka Sharma Ka Pati' Response Wins Internet's Heart - Video

Nagaland's Tourism and Higher Education Minister, Temjen Imna Along, is known for his sharp wit and light-hearted humour that often goes viral. Be it through his social media posts, speeches, or candid interviews, the minister's playful tone and comic timing have made him a beloved figure online.

Recently, his quick response during an interaction at the media interaction once again proved why he's a favourite among internet users.

A Simple Question Turns into a Viral Moment

During the session, Along was asked a casual question about his favourite cricketer. The exchange started off routinely, but his humorous twist quickly transformed it into a viral clip.

When asked about his all-time favourite cricketer, Along promptly replied, "Sachin Tendulkar." The audience nodded in agreement - after all, Sachin remains an all-time cricketing legend for millions of Indians.

However, the real fun began when the interviewer followed up with another question: "Who is your current favourite cricketer?"

"Anushka Sharma Ke Pati Ka Naam Kya Hai?"

Without missing a beat, the minister looked at one of the interviewers and quipped, "Anushka Sharma ke pati ka naam kya hai? (What is Anushka Sharma's husband's name?)"

The interviewer burst into laughter and responded, "Virat Kohli." Along then grinned and said, "Haan, Virat Kohli." His unexpected and playful answer had the audience roaring with laughter.

Lighthearted Banter Follows

The humorous moment didn't end there. One of the interviewers teased, "Ye toh wahi baat hui - Rs 10 wala biscuit kitne ka hai? (That's like asking - how much is a Rs 10 biscuit?)"

Another chimed in jokingly, "Eska matlab ye hai ki aapki favourite actress Anushka Sharma hai, Kareena Kapoor nahi (That means your favourite actress is Anushka Sharma, not Kareena Kapoor)."

To this, Along chuckled and clarified, "Nahi nahi aisa nahi hai. Anushka Sharma yaad hai kyuki wo Virat Kohli ko pyaar karti hai (No, no, it's not like that. I remember Anushka Sharma because she loves Virat Kohli)."

Internet Applauds the Minister's Wit

The clip quickly spread across social media, with users praising Temjen Imna Along's effortless sense of humour and charisma. Many commented that his blend of humility and humour is what makes him stand out in the political sphere. Once again, the minister managed to turn a simple question into a moment that captured everyone's hearts online.