New FBI Director Kash Patel Receives Bollywood-Style Congrats From White House—VIDEO

Washington DC: The Senate has confirmed Indian-origin Kash Patel as the FBI Director, sparking a Bollywood-style congratulatory video from Dan Scavino, the White House Deputy Chief of Staff. Patel, a close ally of President Donald Trump, was approved with a narrow 51-49 vote, despite opposition from Senators Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins, and unanimous disapproval from Democrats.

An edited video showing Kash Patel's face attached to the dance sequence from the Bollywood film Bajirao Mastani, featuring actor Ranveer Singh’s song "Malhari," has left everyone astonished, as shared by White House Deputy Chief of Staff, Dan Scavino. The song depicts the rejoicing of triumph and fits the event.

The Bollywood-style wish by the White House Deputy Chief of Staff, Dan Scavino has gained traction on social media platforms. The video has started a meme fest of his own while the post has left Indians hysterical and speechless. Here are some of the reactions:

Who Is Kash Patel?

Born on February 25, 1980, in Garden City, New York, to Gujarati parents, Kashyap Pramod Vinod Patel, popularly named Kash Patel, graduated from the University of Richmond and earned a JD from Pace University. His career began as a public defender, handling serious criminal cases.

A prominent figure in US national security, Patel served as deputy assistant to the President and senior director for counterterrorism at the National Security Council, responsible for significant missions against ISIS and Al-Qa’ida. His heritage has influenced his values and professional trajectory.

Following his nomination, Patel vowed to investigate Trump's political adversaries and promised to transform the FBI into a "transparent and accountable" agency. The White House hailed his confirmation as a key move to restore integrity and uphold the rule of law. Notably, Patel issued a stern warning against threats to Americans, stating, "Mission First. America Always."