Abhay Deol turns DJ in Gurugram; reminds netizens of Bobby

Abhay Deol, the actor known for his cool style and offbeat roles in films like '

Dev D

', 'Shanghai', and 'Manorama Six Feet Under', recently gave fans a surprise that no one saw coming. The 49-year-old star took over the DJ console at a high-end nightclub in Gurugram on 16 May, leaving everyone stunned with his new avatar.Though he didn’t post anything about the event, videos of the party night went viral across social media. In the clips, the 'Aisha' actor can be seen spinning tracks in a laid-back T-shirt and trousers, with his signature sunglasses on. Focused on his DJ console and avoiding eye contact with the crowd, he let the music do all the talking.Netizens gush over his looksFans on social media couldn’t get enough of the videos. One clip shows the actor grooving behind the DJ desk. His calm, collected attitude and stylish presence set the internet on fire.

The compliments poured in. One user joked, “The D in Deol stands for being a DJ, apparently.” Another wrote, “Find him so so hot.” A third fan added, “Likely place for him to be. He’s so hot.” The buzz only grew louder when one fan perfectly summed up the mood by saying, “He is in his Dev D arc.” Clearly, Abhay’s brief DJ set left a strong impression.

Reminds fans of Bobby DeolAbhay Deol isn't the only one with DJing skills—fans were quick to recall that his brother Bobby Deol had also played DJ in the past. Many noted that the Deol family isn’t just about acting, but full of hidden talents, making their recent musical turns even more exciting for fans. People commented on post saying, “He is a student of Lord DJ Bobby, he took lessons from the best!” and “following his bhayia Bobby”. Reportedly, back in 2016, Bobby Deol showed off his DJ skills at a nightclub in New Delhi. The 'Barsaat' actor took charge of the DJ console and played songs from his film 'Gupt' on loop. This wasn’t Abhay’s first time DJing. According to social media reports and fans familiar with the club scene, the actor had earlier performed at the same venue too. Still, the recent appearance caught everyone by surprise and reignited curiosity about what the actor has been up to.Watch the video hereA Look Back at His Film CareerFrom his breakthrough in 'Socha Na Tha' to cult hits like 'Dev D' and 'Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!', Abhay Deol has always chosen different, fresh roles. Films like 'Aisha', 'Shanghai', 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara', and 'Raanjhanaa' proved his range as an actor who isn’t afraid to take risks. He was last seen in the 2023 OTT crime series 'Trial By Fire', where he received praise for his intense and moving performance.Why He’s Been Away From the LimelightIn a 2019 interview with Mid-Day, Abhay opened up about why we don’t see him in too many films these days. He shared honestly, “No one is giving me any work. The kind of content I want to be part of, is hardly made. At the same time, I have not closed myself to anything. As long as it excites me, I am game for it.”He went on to say, “It is a choice I have made. The kind of stories I like often comes from debutant directors. So, to ensure that the film sees the light of day is a long process in itself.”Abhay also touched on why he doesn’t enjoy the spotlight as much as others, adding, “I haven’t bagged awards or made any landmark project, so there won’t be much to celebrate. If you go against the mainstream narrative, you do not get the [desired] visibility.”