‘Bapu Ji Doing Side Quests': Internet Can't Unsee Mahatma Gandhi Lookalike Chef
Chef Ranjan Dey, who runs a restaurant in San Francisco, sports round glasses, a bald head and a slender face that many say makes him resemble Mahatma Gandhi.
An Indian-origin chef from the US has captured the attention of desis online, not just for his flavourful North Indian cuisine, but also for his striking appearance. Chef Ranjan Dey, who runs a restaurant in San Francisco, sports round glasses, a bald head, and a slender face, prompting many on social media to note his uncanny resemblance to Mahatma Gandhi. While his culinary skills and diverse menu are impressive, it's the unexpected likeness to the Father of the Nation that's sparking the most buzz online.
Dey has been running his well-known restaurant, New Delhi, in the US for over 36 years. As an immigrant business owner, he now uses Instagram to personally invite diners to try his signature dishes. His lively way of describing food, paired with an intriguing menu, has sparked buzz among food enthusiasts online. While many admire his passion and energy, others are fixated on his appearance, unable to resist drawing comparisons between him and Mahatma Gandhi.
Reacting to the post, a user wrote, 'They told us he got shot, didn't know he is frying bhindi in the Bay Area all this while."
Another jokingly asked, 'Baapu aap kuch 'Godse' cheez banao."
'His methods are naan violent," a comment read.
An individual stated, 'Thanks, Bapu, for showing the goras that Indian food is more than chicken tikka masala and mango Lassi."
Another mentioned, 'Bapu Ji doing side quests."
One more hilariously added, 'We got Bhindi Fry directly by the Bapu before GTA 6."
Chef Ranjan Dey's restaurant, New Delhi, was inaugurated in 1988 by then–San Francisco Mayor Art Agnos. Since its opening, the restaurant has welcomed numerous prominent political figures, including Lt. Governor Pete Wilson, former Governor Jerry Brown, Milton Marks, and Willie Brown, all drawn by its authentic Indian flavours. In 1992, during his first presidential campaign, Bill Clinton visited New Delhi to engage with members of the Indian community and hear their concerns. He returned again in 1996 while seeking re-election. Over the years, the eatery has become a special spot for political figures to connect with the Indian-American community
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