When Joe Russo Relished Avengers-themed Traditional Thali During His Last Visit To India

Director duo Joe and Anthony Russo, known for Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame, is all set to visit India for the premiere of their forthcoming Netflix film The Gray Man, also starring South superstar Dhanush in a pivotal role. 

This may be Anthony's first visit to India, but Joe had earlier visited India in 2019 to promote their Marvel film, Avengers: Endgame, during which he relished an Avengers-themed traditional thali.

Joe Russo's visit to India and his experience with Indian cuisine  

The pictures that went viral on social media saw Joe overwhelmed by the traditional Indian thali as he could be seen savouring every last morsel of food. The popular director was all decked in Indian attire as he donned a traditional lavender Kurta and a matching stole to go along with. The thali served to Joe wasn't an ordinary one, it was specially made for the director as it was designed in an initial 'A' shape, a sign for Avengers.

The Avengers special thali included 16 bowls filled with various delicious Indian savouries and sweets along with a few tandoori rotis.

Russo Brothers to visit India soon

The Russo brothers will be soon in India and this was confirmed by the duo via a video message which was posted by Netflix India on its official Twitter handle. The directors said in the clip, "Hey everyone! I am Joe Russo and I am Anthony Russo and we’re so excited to be coming to India to see our dear friend Dhanush for our new movie The Gray Man. Get ready India, see you soon." 

As per a PTI report, Indian fans will be getting a chance to interact with Joe Russo as the Avengers: Endgame director will be flying to the country to kick off his Asia Pacific promotional tour for the film.

In the short video, Dhanush also talked about his experience of working on the much-anticipated action thriller, The Gray Man, as he said, "It was incredible. This movie is a roller coaster, it has everything, action, drama, pace and a big chase. I am very grateful that I got to do a modest role in this movie full of incredible people (sic)".

(Image: @Universal_PR/Twitter)