Chiru’s Special Salute to a Fearless Pilot

Chiranjeevi Praises Captain Smit Machchhar

Megastar Chiranjeevi has praised Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar for his courage during the recent flight incident. Despite being injured and facing a serious threat to his own life, the pilot reportedly stayed focused on protecting the passengers.

Chiranjeevi called his courage and presence of mind a matter of pride for every Indian. He also highlighted one particular detail from the incident that touched him.

During those tense moments, Machchhar reportedly recited the Hanuman Chalisa to gather strength. Chiranjeevi said he was deeply moved after learning about it and wished that Lord Hanuman’s blessings would always be with the pilot.

The actor also wished Machchhar a speedy and complete recovery, while saluting his courage and humanity. He said that the pilot’s actions showed extraordinary courage at a time when his own life was in danger.

Chiranjeevi ended his message with “Jai Hanuman.” His reaction has now drawn attention to the pilot’s story from a different angle, especially the Hanuman Chalisa moment that helped Machchhar remain strong during the crisis.

The actor’s message was less about the incident itself and more about the courage and faith shown by the pilot in an extremely difficult situation.

తన ప్రాణాలు ప్రమాదంలో ఉన్నా, తోటి వారి ప్రాణాలను కాపాడాలనే సంకల్పంతో అసమాన ధైర్యసాహసాలు ప్రదర్శించిన మన భారతీయ పైలట్ కెప్టెన్ Smit Machchhar గారికి నా హృదయపూర్వక అభినందనలు.

ఇజ్రాయెల్‌కు వెళ్తున్న విమానంలో దాడికి గురై, తీవ్రంగా గాయపడిన స్థితిలోనూ సమయస్ఫూర్తితో స్పందించి, ఎందరో…

— Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) October 3, 2026