Anand Mahindra, the Chairman of the Mahindra Group, is not just one of India’s most respected business leaders. He is also known for his sharp wit and highly engaging presence on social media.
Active on Twitter with millions of followers, Mr Mahindra regularly shares everything from inspirational stories to interesting innovations and even humorous takes on everyday life.
But what really sets him apart online is his knack for delivering epic, thoughtful, and often hilarious replies to people who tweet at him. Whether it’s encouraging a young entrepreneur or offering a playful comeback, his Twitter interactions often go viral for all the right reasons.
Recently, he delivered yet another brilliant Twitter comeback—this time about his shopping habits. It all began when Anand Mahindra tweeted about the Maserati Birdcage, a stunning concept car designed by the Italian firm Pininfarina. Sharing a photo of the sleek car, he wrote:
“That’s one cage I wouldn’t mind being imprisoned in.”
The tweet quickly grabbed attention for its clever wordplay and admiration for automotive design. But things got even more interesting when a Twitter user cheekily asked Mr Mahindra why he didn’t just go ahead and buy the car.
Now, most would expect a corporate titan to either ignore the question or give a polite, non-committal answer. But not Anand Mahindra. He replied with the kind of effortless class that had Twitter applauding:
“You do realise it’s a one-off concept car, right? Even if I wanted to buy it, there’s none for sale!”
Anand Mahindra replied, “We bought the company instead…(Pininfarina) 😊” The response was quick, factual, and delivered with that trademark Mahindra style—firm but friendly, shutting down the question with elegance.
Twitter users loved it. Comments flooded in praising his wit. “Such a boss reply,” wrote one. Another called it a “mic drop moment.” Many simply summed it up as “legendary.”
This isn’t the first time Anand Mahindra has won hearts with his social media comebacks, and it likely won’t be the last. After all, whether it’s business or banter, he knows exactly how to make an impact.