A unique fan encounter made waves this Diwali and Halloween season when Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan met an ardent admirer who journeyed from Faridabad to Mumbai dressed as Jadu, the iconic alien from Hrithik’s 2003 sci-fi hit Koi Mil Gaya. After days of patiently waiting outside Hrithik’s residence, the fan, known as ‘jadu_boy79’ on Instagram, finally fulfilled his dream of meeting his idol.
The fan’s journey and commitment caught the attention of social media after he revealed he cycled 22 days to reach Mumbai and had been stationed outside the actor’s home for four days. In a post on his Instagram, he shared snippets of his brief but cherished interaction with Hrithik, capturing the moment he finally got to meet his hero.
Hrithik, who was seen driving out of his home with girlfriend Saba Azad, noticed the fan in his Jadu costume and stopped to acknowledge him. With a warm smile, Hrithik called the fan over, exchanged a few words, and allowed him to take a photo. Saba, sitting beside Hrithik, appeared surprised by the unexpected encounter, but Hrithik’s friendly gesture seemed to bring delight to both the fan and onlookers.
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“Jadu mila apne Rohit se” (“Jadu met his Rohit”), wrote the fan on Instagram, referencing Hrithik’s character Rohit Mehra from Koi Mil Gaya. In the film, directed by Rakesh Roshan, Rohit is a young man with developmental challenges who forms a deep bond with Jadu, an alien who helps him achieve his potential. The fan’s homage to Jadu delighted some on the internet while attracting mixed reactions from others.
Social media reactions varied widely. Many applauded the fan’s dedication and congratulated him on the success of his journey, with one user saying, “You worked hard; congratulations.” Another praised his persistence: “Your hard work paid off.” However, not all responses were positive. A few users criticized the fan’s efforts, with comments like, “Berojgari apni charam seema pr h (Unemployment at an all-time high)” and “It would have been better if you gave this time to your parents.”
Despite mixed opinions, the fan remains thrilled with his encounter, thanking everyone who supported and watched his videos. For him, the journey was worth the effort, as he got to meet his favorite actor—proving that dedication sometimes leads to magical moments.