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Veteran Indian cricketer Dinesh Karthik recently celebrated the auspicious festival of Janmashtami with his loved ones, marking a special occasion as India observed the 5251st birth anniversary of Lord Krishna on August 26. The cricketing star took to Instagram to share glimpses of the joyous celebrations, offering fans a peek into his family festivities.
Janmashtami Highlights: Dinesh Karthik’s Family Celebration in Photos
Karthik, who played for the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL), was seen enjoying the festival with his wife, Dipika Pallikal, their twin sons, and his parents. The 39-year-old cricketer shared multiple pictures from the celebration, capturing the warmth and togetherness of the occasion. His Instagram post was captioned: “Janmashtami blessings from my family to yours ❤️,” reflecting the festive spirit and gratitude of the moment.
On the cricketing front, Karthik had an impressive stint with RCB in the latest IPL season, amassing 326 runs from 13 innings at a remarkable strike rate of 187.35. Following his retirement from all forms of representative cricket on June 1, Karthik has transitioned to a new role within the RCB camp. He will continue to contribute to the sport as a batting coach and mentor, bringing his wealth of experience to the team.
The Janmashtami celebrations were a perfect reminder of the balance Karthik maintains between his professional achievements and cherished personal moments.
