Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill was caught off-guard when toss presenter Danny Morrison asked him about his wedding after the toss against Punjab Kings in IPL 2026.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni are once again dominating social media timelines after their latest meeting in Rome sparked a fresh wave of ‘Melodi’ memes online.Shortly after arriving in the Italian capital on Tuesday, PM Modi met Meloni for dinner before the two leaders visited the iconic Colosseum together. Pictures from the evening quickly went viral, with social media users once again celebrating the visible camaraderie between the two leaders.Sharing photographs from the visit on X, PM Modi wrote:“Upon landing in Rome, had the opportunity to meet Prime Minister Meloni over dinner followed by a visit to the iconic Colosseum,”He added:“We exchanged perspectives on a wide range of subjects. Looking forward to our talks today, where we will continue the conversation on how to boost the India-Italy friendship,”The two leaders are expected to hold bilateral talks during Modi’s ongoing visit.‘Melodi’ Moment Goes Viral AgainOne of the most talked-about moments from the visit involved a playful nod to the viral “Melodi” trend — a nickname coined by internet users by combining “Meloni” and “Modi.”During the meeting, PM Modi gifted Meloni a packet of Parle Melody toffees, referencing the long-running internet joke around the term “Melodi.”Meloni later shared a video on Instagram showing Modi holding the packet as both leaders laughed at the inside joke.The clip instantly spread across social media platforms, with users flooding X and Instagram with memes, edits and reactions celebrating the light-hearted interaction.Social Media Revisits Viral ‘Melodi’ FriendshipPM Modi and Meloni’s interactions have repeatedly gone viral over the past few years, especially among Indian social media users.Their public appearances together at global events have often triggered meme trends, fan edits and humorous posts online.One of the earliest viral moments came during the G20 Summit 2023 in New Delhi, where their interaction sparked widespread attention online.During her India visit at the time, Modi had gifted Meloni a traditional Patan Patola scarf woven by the Salvi family from Gujarat’s Patan region.The internet fascination around the duo grew even stronger during the G7 Summit 2024 in Apulia, Italy, where Meloni was seen greeting several world leaders with a “namaste” gesture before meeting Modi.Many social media users interpreted the gesture as a subtle reference to her friendship with the Indian Prime Minister.The two leaders have frequently referred to each other as “good friends” publicly. Meloni was also among the first European leaders to congratulate Modi after his re-election for a third consecutive term.Indian Diaspora Welcomes PM Modi In RomeApart from his meeting with Meloni, PM Modi also interacted with members of the Indian diaspora in Italy after arriving in Rome.Videos shared online showed members of the Indian community welcoming the Prime Minister enthusiastically outside his hotel with cultural performances and chants.In one widely circulated moment, Modi was also seen signing an autograph for a child who gifted him a portrait.The clips from the interaction were widely shared by supporters online during his visit.Focus On India-Italy PartnershipBeyond the viral moments and social media buzz, Modi’s Italy visit is also expected to focus heavily on strengthening diplomatic and economic ties between the two countries.According to Reuters, India and Italy are looking to further deepen their relationship by elevating it to a special strategic partnership.After arriving in Rome, Modi posted on X that the visit would focus on enhancing cooperation between the two nations, particularly around the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC).Relations between India and Italy have strengthened considerably in recent years.Italy is currently India’s fourth-largest trading partner within the European Union after Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands. According to the Italian Embassy in New Delh
Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill was caught off-guard when toss presenter Danny Morrison asked him about his wedding after the toss against Punjab Kings in IPL 2026. Gujarat Titans' captain Shubman Gill (L) and Punjab Kings' captain Shreyas Iyer during toss.(PTI)Shubman Gill was taken aback during the coin toss against Punjab Kings on Sunday when presenter Danny Morrison ended up asked the Gujarat Titans captain about getting married. The incident took place at the Narendra Modi Stadium, just after Gill won the toss and opted to bowl first in an Indian Premier League (IPL) match.Everything was going well between Gill and Morrision until the former New Zealand pacer took an unexpected turn to ask the Indian Test and ODI skipper about his wedding. It must be noted that such questions aren't normal during the customary chats in a cricket match, especially at the time of the toss. “Still, Shubhers, there are no wedding bells around the corner? Anything that we need to know about,” asked Morrison.Gill, taken off-guard, paused for a moment and responded, “No. No. Nothing.” Morrison said, “Good to see you,” before turning to Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer. This is not the first time Morrison left Gill speechless with the wedding question in an IPL game. In IPL 2025, Morrison asked the same to Gill during the coin toss in a match between Gujarat Titans and Kolkata Knight Riders. “You're looking lovely, no wedding bells in the future. What's happening? You getting married?” Morrison had asked last year. More to follow.About the AuthorKoushik PaulKoushik lives and breathes sports. After transitioning from his own aspirations of becoming a professional athlete, he successfully channeled that lifelong passion into a prolific career, documenting the action both from the sidelines and the editorial desk. With over eight years of industry experience, Koushik joined LiveMint as a Deputy Chief Content Producer in 2024, following impactful stints at Outlook India, India.com, Sportskeeda, Women’s CricZone, and OrissaPOST. A 2017 Journalism and Mass Communication graduate from Maharaja Manindra Chandra College, Kolkata, Koushik has reported on high-profile events including the FIFA U17 World Cup 2017, Ranji Trophy, FIH Pro League, FIH World League finals, the Indian Premier League, and Lionel Messi’s historic visit to Kolkata in 2025. <br><br> While he possesses a versatile command over all sports, he finds his niche in cricket, specializing in breaking news, long-form interviews, global sporting updates, and high-energy live blogs. Koushik’s professional perspective was further sharpened through the 2020 AIPS Young Reporters Programme, where he gained invaluable insights from renowned international journalists, including Keir Radnedge and Riccardo Romani from the United Kingdom, and Martin Mazur from Argentina. Currently based between Kolkata and Delhi, Koushik remains at the forefront of the breaking developments that shape the public sporting discourse. When he isn't tracking scores or deconstructing plays, he can be found exploring new landscapes on his travels or channeling his creative energy into the kitchen. <br><br> If you have a compelling story to share or know an individual who deserves the spotlight, please reach out via email at <a href="koushik.paul@htdigital.in">koushik.paul@htdigital.in</a>.Get Latest real-time updatesStay updated with the latest Trending,
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