Is Elon Musk’s new Santa look because of Ozempic? Indian-origin CEO reacts to weight-loss pic

Indian-origin CEO Aravind Srinivas' reaction to Elon Musk's new Santa photo has prompted a flurry of comments on X.

Published on: Dec 26, 2024, 12:33:09 IST

By Trisha Sengupta

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Elon Musk has sent social media into a frenzy with his latest picture dressed as Santa Claus. The incredible transformation of the world's richest man shows how he has shed several pounds. While many shared their reactions in the comments, a remark by Indian-origin CEO Aravind Srinivas has stolen the limelight.

Elon Musk (L) and Perplexity AI CEO Aravind Srinivas (R). (X/@elonmusk, File Photo)

What did Elon Musk write?

“Ozempic Santa,” the X owner wrote as he shared the picture, which shows him dressed as Santa and standing in front of a beautifully decorated Christmas tree.

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“Like Cocaine Bear, but Santa and Ozempic!” he further wrote, adding, “Technically, Mounjaro, but that doesn’t have the same ring to it.”

Take a look at his post here:

What did Aravind Srinivas post?

Indian-origin techie and CEO of Perplexity AI Aravind Srinivas left a line praising Musk. “Damn you’ve shed a lot of pounds,” he wrote.

Check out the post here:

What did social media say?

“I appreciate that you have a modest amount of gifts under your tree. It's very cute and so is your outfit. Mounjaro is different from Ozempic since it's a dual action receptor antagonist, but it's fine, that's just the Pharmacist in me whining. Merry Christmas!” joked an X user. Another added, “Try real food in limited quantities. Self-discipline and preparedness. Those drugs have severe side effects. Please stay healthy for us all.”

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A third joined, “I love the chandelier! It looks like Elon rocket engines!” A fourth wrote, “You can definitely fit down my chimney. You look great Elon!”

This isn’t the first interaction between Musk and Srinivas. Earlier, the Perplexity AI CEO posted, “I think I should get a green card. Wdyt?”. Elon Musk reacted with a one-word answer, “yes.”

According to one of Srinivas’ previous X posts, he has been waiting for a green card for the past three years.

What are your thoughts on Elon Musk’s new look? Did it surprise you?

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Trisha Sengupta
Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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