The Chainsmokers recently crossed paths with Indian cinema icon Mohanlal in Dallas ahead of their live show, and the moment quickly caught fans’ attention online. The duo shared a photo on Instagram with the caption, “Made a new friend before our show in Dallas @mohanlal.” In the picture, Mohanlal appeared in a stylish printed short-sleeve shirt featuring a sky-blue upper half with bird motifs in gold and brown, paired with a navy-blue lower section. He completed the look with blue denim jeans and a white inner shirt.

The post soon went viral, with fans from around the world reacting with excitement to the unexpected meeting. Many praised the encounter, with comments highlighting Mohanlal’s legendary status in Indian cinema. Widely regarded as one of the industry’s most influential actors, Mohanlal is a recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award as well as a National Film Award, and has built a massive global fanbase over decades of acclaimed performances.

On the work front, he will next appear in the espionage action film Patriot, directed by Mahesh Narayanan and co-starring Mammootty along with a strong ensemble cast. The film, originally slated for an earlier release, is now set to hit theatres on May 1, 2026. Mohanlal is also gearing up for Drishyam 3, directed by Jeethu Joseph, which remains one of the most anticipated projects in the industry.