(MENAFN- Live Mint) A Tamil Nadu-based IndiGo pilot has become the internet's latest favourite after a video of his in-flight announcement went viral. Captain Pradeep Krishnan, who was flying a Patna-bound aircraft, left passengers smiling with his lighthearted attempt at speaking Hindi.

In the now-viral clip, the captain can be heard greeting passengers with:“Sabka namaskar hai. Mera Hindi sundar hai, sab adjust kar lega.” He then explained turbulence in his own witty way:“Uppar main, 3,000 feet pe... turbulence thoda, daga daga daga karega. Seat belt daalenge nahi toh adega.”

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The cabin soon filled with laughter as passengers appreciated his effort to connect with them in a language not his own.

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The video quickly spread across social media, with many praising Captain Krishnan for his humility and sense of humour.

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One user commented,“That's very cute. Full marks for trying to speak in a language which is not your mother tongue.”

Another wrote,“Captain – Aapki Hindi bohot sundar hai. The important thing is you got the message across. Everyone must have listened carefully.”

A third person added,“I truly appreciate this, and I hope people extend the same patience when someone speaks English like this.”

Others celebrated the moment as a reflection of India's diversity.“Too cute! We need more such moments on flights... anekta mein ekta (unity in diversity),” one user wrote.

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The clip continues to draw admiration online, with many calling it a refreshing reminder that communication is more about connection than perfection.

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