Kashmir I March 13, 2025 – The picturesque hill station of Mussoorie turned into a vibrant celebration hub as Indian cricket icons MS Dhoni, Suresh Raina, and Rishabh Pant brought their A-game—not to the pitch, but to the dance floor—during the wedding festivities of Rishabh Pant’s sister, Sakshi Pant. The wedding, which took place earlier this week, became a star-studded affair with cricketers and joyous moments stealing the spotlight, particularly during the pre-wedding and sangeet ceremonies.
Videos and photos circulating online have captured the infectious energy of the event, with former Indian captain MS Dhoni and Suresh Raina leading the charge. One viral clip shows the duo, alongside Pant, grooving enthusiastically to the iconic Bollywood track Dama Dam Mast Qalandar. Dhoni, known for his cool-headedness on the cricket field, let loose with killer dance moves, while Raina matched him step-for-step, their camaraderie lighting up the night. Pant, fresh off India’s Champions Trophy triumph in Dubai, joined in, adding to the festive spirit as the trio danced their hearts out.
The sangeet ceremony, held in Pant’s hometown of Dehradun before shifting to Mussoorie, was another highlight. Raina showcased his vocal talents by singing Channa Mereya, earning cheers from the crowd, while Dhoni and Pant teamed up for a heartfelt rendition of Tu Jaane Na from Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani. Dhoni’s wife, Sakshi, was by his side during the performance, and the couple’s chemistry added a warm touch to the celebrations. Playback singer Stebin Ben, also present, joined the cricketers on stage, making it a musical extravaganza.
The wedding saw other cricketing luminaries like Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir, Nitish Rana, and Prithvi Shaw in attendance, turning the event into a mini-reunion of cricket stars. A widely shared image of Dhoni and Gambhir posing with the newlyweds—Sakshi Pant and her husband, Ankit Chaudhary—went viral, delighting fans who rarely see the two World Cup winners together off the field.
Dhoni, dressed in a pink kurta for one event and a casual black t-shirt with morse code print for another, was the life of the party, while Raina’s black ensemble complemented his show-stealing performance. Pant, in traditional attire, was visibly thrilled to celebrate his sister’s big day after flying straight from Dubai following India’s title win on March 9.
Social media has been abuzz with clips and reactions, with fans marveling at the cricketers’ off-field talents. “Seeing Dhoni dance like this is so rare—he’s enjoying every moment!
As the wedding festivities wind down, Dhoni is set to return to Chennai to resume training with Chennai Super Kings ahead of the IPL 2025 season, starting March 22. Pant, too, will shift focus to cricket, but for now, the spotlight remains on the unforgettable celebration that brought India’s cricket fraternity together in style.