MUMBAI: Kash Patel etched his name into history on Thursday, becoming the first Indian American to helm the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). His confirmation came after a razor-thin Senate vote of 51-49, with the Republican-majority chamber approving his nomination. Notably, Republican Senators Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins broke ranks to join all Democrats in opposing former President Trump’s pick.
Patel’s appointment marks a groundbreaking moment—not only is he the first Indian American to lead the FBI, but also the first person of Asian descent to hold the prestigious post. While his confirmation has ignited political debates, an unexpected cultural twist has captivated social media: a viral AI-generated video depicting Patel dancing to Malhari, the electrifying track from Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Bajirao Mastani. Originally performed onscreen by Ranveer Singh, the dynamic sequence—now reimagined with Patel’s likeness—has taken the internet by storm, adding an unconventional layer of intrigue to his historic ascent.
Kash Patel fits perfectly on this template more than Trump pic.twitter.com/Lqh6MOR6T5
— Hindutva Knight (@HPhobiaWatch) February 17, 2025
Here’s a live look at Kash Patel walking into the FBI on day one. WE FREAKING DID IT
LET’S GO pic.twitter.com/rUZG0lAMMR— MAGA Voice (@MAGAVoice) February 20, 2025
This was released by White House Deputy Chief of Staff after Senate Confirmation of Kash Patel as the next FBI Director. Jai Shri Krishna, folks! pic.twitter.com/KYKT1Ua9OB
— Aditya Raj Kaul (@AdityaRajKaul) February 20, 2025
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