Salman Khan’s Congratulatory Post for Punjab Kings Sparks Viral “Tiger Zinta Hai” Frenzy Online
The internet was set abuzz after Salman Khan shared a congratulatory message for Punjab Kings owner Preity Zinta following their win against Sunrisers Hyderabad in an April 11 IPL clash.
Posting on X, Salman wrote, “Well done Zinta. Congratulations Zinta. Team is playing well… @realpreityzinta,” extending his wishes two days after the match. While the message was simple and warm, it quickly triggered a wave of reactions online.
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What truly caught fans’ attention was the resurfacing of Salman’s now-viral 2014 post, where he had humorously asked, “Zinta’s team won kya?” The contrast between the old tweet and his recent congratulatory message led to a flood of memes and jokes across social media platforms.
Fans had a field day in the comments section, turning the moment into a full-fledged meme fest. One user wrote, “Tiger Zinda Hai, but Tiger Zinta Hai is the real blockbuster sequel after 12 years,” cleverly referencing Salman’s popular film franchise. Another joked, “Tiger ko Zinta ki chinta hai,” while a third quipped, “Tiger Zinta tha, Tiger Zinta hai, Tiger Zinta rahega. It’s a trilogy.”
The playful reactions didn’t stop there, with many users calling it one of the most entertaining “crossovers” of cricket and Bollywood fandom. Some even joked that the ongoing banter could “break box office records,” highlighting the internet’s love for mixing pop culture references.
Salman Khan and Preity Zinta share a long-standing friendship, having worked together in several films including Har Dil Jo Pyar Karega (2000), Chori Chori Chupke Chupke (2001), Dil Ne Jise Apna Kahaa (2004), Jaan-E-Mann (2006), and Heroes (2008). Their off-screen camaraderie continues to remain a favorite among fans.
On the professional front, Salman Khan is next expected to appear in his upcoming film Maatrubhumi, reportedly based on the 2020 Galwan Valley clash. The film, which also stars Chitrangda Singh, is now expected to release later this year after production adjustments and reshoots.
Meanwhile, the internet continues to celebrate what many are calling a “perfect full-circle moment” — where cricket, nostalgia, and Bollywood humor collided in true viral fashion.
