Viswanathan Anand’s Wife Makes Witty Comment on D Gukesh

India’s chess icon, Viswanathan Anand, recently hosted a memorable celebration at his Chennai residence, bringing together some of the nation’s brightest chess talents. Among the guests were young stars R Praggnanandhaa, D Gukesh, and Vidit Gujrathi, all of whom were treated to a day filled with games, fun, and delicious food. Anand, who has long been a mentor to these rising chess stars, made the gathering even more special with an array of lighthearted activities.

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Anand shared a fun-filled video from the gathering on social media. In the video, Anand, along with his guests, was seen dancing and enjoying the moment. Gukesh, Vidit, and Praggnanandhaa were initially shy but quickly joined in, showing their moves alongside their mentor. The video went viral, capturing the warm bond shared by the chess legends.

A Celebration for Vidit Gujrathi and Nidhi

One of the highlights of the day was the celebration of Vidit Gujrathi’s engagement. Anand took the opportunity to host a special games session for Vidit and Nidhi, adding a personal touch to their pre-wedding celebrations. The couple participated in various activities, including a playful ritual where they searched for a chess piece at the bottom of a pot of milk. The friendly competition between the couple brought smiles and laughter, delighting all those present.

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Aruna’s Witty Remarks

The gathering also served as a warm Pongal celebration, where Anand and his wife, Aruna, invited some of India’s top chess players. Aruna’s witty remarks added a layer of humor to the event, including a playful comment about Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi sharing the 2024 World Blitz Chess Championship title. Aruna teased Anand, saying, “He’s saying they are sharing the title,” which caused everyone, including Anand, to burst into laughter.

The lighthearted nature of the gathering was evident when Aruna also made a playful remark about Gukesh, sparking more laughter. A joke was made off-camera suggesting that it was time for Gukesh to find a partner, to which Aruna quickly responded, “That is okay. We can photoshop the girl into the photos later also,” further fueling the jovial mood of the event.

This gathering was more than just a celebration of Pongal. Anand’s mentorship and the strong relationships between the players were on full display, showing that the connection between them goes beyond the chessboard. It was a day filled with laughter, warmth, and mutual support, as the players celebrated each other’s successes both on and off the chessboard.

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