Published 14:32 IST, October 15th 2020

Bollywood fan Mesut Ozil gets birthday wishes from Premier League India, fans react

Official Twitter handle of Premier League India had a special way of greeting Bollywood fan and Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil on his 32nd birthday.

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Arsenal outcast Mesut Ozil celebrates his 32nd birthday on Thursday, October 15. German midfielder, who will be out of contract next summer at Arsenal, has been receiving wishes on his birthday. Ozil, who happens to be a huge fan of Indian film industry Bollywood received a special greeting from official Twitter handle of Premier League India. 

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Premier League India's throwback video on Mesut Ozil's birthday 

official Twitter handle of Premier League India tweeted a throwback video of Mesut Ozil when he spoke about his love for India, while also sending out warm greetings on his birthday. In video, 2014 World Cup winner goes on to greet his Indian fans with tritional namaste, gesturing with his hands folded. Namaste is common way of greeting in India.

former Real Mrid man introduces himself with a leing Bollywood actor's famous dialogue Naam toh suna hi hoga. Indeed, Mesut Ozil enjoys a massive fan following in India. love for Gunners' star could be comprehended from fact that a couple in south Indian state of Kerala named ir child after Mesut Ozil. 

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On being quizzed about his thoughts on same, Mesut Ozil confirmed that he h heard about report. He wished family every happiness in future. midfielder claimed that it was indeed a moment of happiness to kw love for him in India. 

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Mesut Ozil meets Bollywood star Ranveer Singh

Mesut Ozil has Turkish roots. And Bollywood enjoys a massive following in transcontinental country. Mesut Ozil, like ar Bollywood fan, confirms that he grew up watching Indian movies. He furr speaks on his dream of meeting Bollywood superstars. His dream did come to life when he met actor Ranveer Singh, who is a prominent figure in Bollywood. Ranveer Singh is a huge Arsenal fan and has attended several games at Emirates over years. 

Mesut Ozil was also asked if he would ever appear in a Bollywood movie if given opportunity. German midfielder claims that he lacks acting skills and a Bollywood cameo would indeed be a b idea for him. However, he goes on to insist that he would want to visit India and meet film stars once. 

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 Fans react to Premier League India's video on Mesut Ozil's birthday 

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14:32 IST, October 15th 2020