Published 19:09 IST, May 28th 2020
Fan tells Sonu Sood, 'those with name Sonu are considered spoilt', actor has sweet reply
A fan named Sonu told Sonu Sood how his aunt thought of those with the name Sonu as 'spoilt'. Actor had also heard, sharing how he thought of changing his name.
Sonu Sood has been receiving all kinds of responses as he became a ‘trending topic’ for helping migrants and other stranded workers go back home amid the COVID-19 lockdown. Apart from praises from celebrities across fields and viral memes calling him a ‘superhero’, the actor is also being flooded with some quirky requests and messages. The Dabangg actor’s reply to those wanting help to reach a liquor store, salon or reunite with lover had won praises.
There was another unique response that he received recently. A netizen named Sonu wrote to Sonu Sood how his aunt used to always tell him that all boys with the name ‘Sonu’ were ‘very spoilt.’ The Twitter user added that, however, now his mother says, ‘Look what one Sonu has done’ referring to Sonu Sood’s efforts. Sharing the anecdote, the youngster sent his ‘salute’ from ‘Sonu to another.’
In response, the actor shared an interesting anecdote which was funny and heartwarming at the same time. The Happy New Year star said that many had told him the same.
He even recalled being told how ‘Sonu’ could be the name of an actor, so he even contemplated changing his name. However, then he changed his mind and thought, “The name Sonu brought me till here, so it will take me forward too.”
Here’s the post
Meanwhile, actors, sportspersons, police officers and politicians have hailed Sonu’s feat in helping migrant workers and stranded persons go back home. Starting with the first bus on May 11, the actor has arranged buses on a regular basis, helping people travel to their homes in states like Karnataka, Kerala, Uttar Pradesh, Kerala. Pictures and videos of Sonu waving at the delighted persons have also been going viral, even sparking memes.
Updated 19:09 IST, May 28th 2020