Mohanlal scores signed jersey from Lionel Messi; fans say, 'From one GOAT to another' - WATCH video

Malayalam superstar Mohanlal shared a special moment on Instagram, posting a video of football legend Lionel Messi signing an Argentina jersey for him. The L2: Empuraan actor called Messi a “legend” and said his heart skipped a beat when he saw the signed jersey. He proudly showed off the moment online.
A Special Moment with Messi's Signature
In the video, Lionel Messi is seen wearing the jersey of David Beckham’s team, Inter Miami CF. He carefully wrote ‘Lalettan’ — the beloved nickname fans use for Mohanlal — while signing the jersey.
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“Some moments in life feel too profound for words. They stay with you forever. Today, I experienced one of those moments. As I gently unwrapped the gift, my heart skipped a beat—a jersey signed by the legend himself, Lionel Messi. And there it was… my name, written in his own hand," the actor wrote, declaring his love for the footballer.

Mohanlal Praises Messi's Brilliance and Humility
Mohanlal went on to praise Messi, saying, “As someone who has long admired Messi, not only for his brilliance on the field but also for his humility and grace, this moment was truly special.”
A Heartfelt Thank You to Friends for Making the Dream a Reality
The superstar then expressed his gratitude to his friends, thanking them for making his dream of owning an autographed Messi jersey come true. "This incredible moment wouldn’t have been possible without the kindness of two dear friends: Dr. Rajeev Mangottil and Rajesh Philip. Thank you from the bottom of my heart." Lastly, he thanked God for his dream-come-true moment, “And above all, thank you, God, for this unforgettable gift."

Fans React to the Special Moment
As soon as he shared the video, likes and comments poured in from all sides. While one fan wrote, 'From one GOAT to Another', another one added, 'Lalettan With Our Every Football fans Dream'. A fan also commented, 'Football Goat Cinema Goat'.
Meanwhile, Mohanlal is set to appear in upcoming films like Thudarum, Kannappa, Hridayapoorvam, Vrushabha, and Ram.