World Chess Champions Gukesh Dommaraju and Viswanathan Anand Star in Hilarious New Video Ad

World Chess Champion GM Gukesh Dommaraju and GM Viswanathan Anand showcased their talents beyond the chessboard in a hilarious new video ad. Since winning the title from GM Ding Liren in Singapore, Gukesh has been living life to the fullest, from bungee jumping to meeting VIPs and accepting awards.

In their latest venture, Gukesh and Anand starred in an ad for e-commerce giant Myntra, directed by Vishal Dayama. The ad takes place in a tattoo studio, where Gukesh gets a tattoo to commemorate his iconic moment as world champion. Anand joins in the fun, teasing Gukesh about his newfound fame and trophy.

The ad captures the playful banter between the two grandmasters, with Gukesh and Anand showcasing their comedic timing and chemistry. Anand, a seasoned ad veteran, praised Gukesh for his performance, noting the challenges of maintaining a certain level of arrogance and delivering bad jokes.

Director Vishal Dayama expressed his delight in working with the chess legends, highlighting their professionalism and willingness to try new things. Despite some laughter on set, the ad came together beautifully, showcasing Gukesh and Anand in a new light.

As Gukesh prepares to return to the chessboard for the Tata Steel Chess tournament in the Netherlands, fans can enjoy this lighthearted moment of fun and camaraderie between two of India’s chess icons. The ad is a refreshing reminder that even world champions can let loose and have a good time outside of the game.