Akshay Kumar and Viraj Gehlani Share Laughs Over Food Preferences on Wheel of Fortune
In an upcoming episode of the popular game show Wheel of Fortune, hosted by Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar, the actor known for his disciplined lifestyle and love of simplicity engaged in a lively and humorous conversation with guest Viraj Gehlani. The discussion centered around their shared passion for traditional Gujarati cuisine, contrasted with the modern trend of expensive international dishes.
Viraj Gehlani Recalls Childhood Gujarati Food Traditions
Viraj Gehlani, who hails from a Gujarati family, fondly recounted the weekly food routine from his childhood. He explained, "Main Gujarati family se aata hoon. Hamare ghar mein routine hota hai: Monday ko tuar ki daal, Tuesday normal, Wednesday moong ki daal, Friday kadhi, aur Saturday ko urad ki daal." This detailed account of traditional meals sparked excitement in Akshay Kumar, who enthusiastically responded, "Yaar Gujarati khana mereko bahut maza aata hai. Mujhe toh Gujarati thali bhi bahut sahi lagti hai."
Viraj added that he grew up eating Gujarati food daily, mentioning seasonal specialties like undhiyu. However, he humorously revealed how his diet has transformed since getting married, stating, "But ever since I am married, I eat avocado on Monday and sourdough bread on Tuesday." This admission elicited laughter from the audience and Akshay alike.
Akshay Kumar Jokes About the Contrast Between Traditional and Modern Foods
Reacting to Viraj's lifestyle change, Akshay Kumar playfully contrasted the two culinary worlds. He remarked, "Woh jo life thi na, jo undhiyu, jo tuar ki daal, usme jo mazza hai na… humara Hindustani khana hai jo, Gujarati thali ka jo maza hai, edamame aur baaki kisi aur cheez mein nahi hai." This highlighted his preference for the authentic flavors of Indian cuisine over trendy superfoods.
Viraj continued the joke by explaining his new diet, saying, "I eat Truffle Mushroom Pasta, sir. It’s so expensive… I don’t even like it, but my wife says you have to eat. Now you are sitting with big people." Amused, Akshay jokingly asked about the benefits of such expensive dishes, to which Viraj laughed and replied, "Sir, it’s so expensive. I don’t know what the benefit is of eating this."
Humorous Anecdotes About Unfamiliar Superfoods and Language Changes
The conversation took a funnier turn as both shared their initial unfamiliarity with contemporary superfoods. Viraj joked, "Meri mummy ko pata nahi tha avocado kya hota hai. Sab log kiwi samajhkar khaate the." Akshay responded with equal honesty, "Actually mujhe bhi nahi pata tha avocado kya hota hai, baad mein jaake pata chala ki woh ek kamaal ka fruit hai."
Viraj added more humor by noting how marriage has even altered his speech patterns. He said, "English bolna seekh gaya main. Mereko nahi aata tha English. Now I’m preposterous and obnoxious. I talk like this, sir." Akshay related to this, laughing and replying, "Pata nahi par teri kahani mere se thodi bahut milti julti hai. English ki baat aati hai toh mera bhi thoda haath baitha hai."
While serving guests, Viraj shared a hilarious story about struggling to pronounce a dish like Mushroom Tagliatelle, leading to more laughter on stage. The episode concluded with lighthearted banter between Viraj Gehlani and Akshay Kumar, showcasing their camaraderie and wit.
This engaging segment not only entertained fans but also subtly highlighted cultural shifts in food preferences, making it a memorable part of the show.
