HKUP’s Yogesh Tripathi says, “I encourage all my fans to express themselves through emojis!

In the digital era, emojis have become a universal mode of communication, supplanting conventional vocabulary as a form of self-expression. Recognising the growing influence of emojis, particularly among the youth, the beloved character #DarogaHappuSingh from &TV’s #HappuKiUltanPaltan has also made a remarkable entry into the digital realm with his iconic facial expressions. Happu Singh’s humorous emojis, with their versatility to capture a wide range of emotions, have quickly become a sensation, capturing the hearts of fans and significantly impacting digital communication. From his signature mischievous grin to his bewildered stare and tired sigh, Happu Singh’s expressions resonate widely, adding humour and relatability to everyday interactions on and off the screen.

On World Emoji Day, Yogesh Tripathi, known as Daroga Happu Singh, shared his excitement: “I’m thrilled to see my facial expressions turned into gifs and emojis. It’s amazing how my smirk, scowl, and goofy grin have become part of digital communication! Viewers are entertained by my character’s expressions and subtle nuances in the show, demonstrating their amusement. Comedy has a unique ability to resonate with the audience by making them laugh. Typically, comedies feature ordinary characters in unusual or amusing scenarios. Effective humour often relies on impeccable timing. Skilled comedians are keenly aware of timing when delivering jokes or humorous anecdotes. I am grateful for being welcomed into the emoji community, and I love observing how enthusiasts integrate my character’s onscreen expressions to infuse their conversations with Happu-style humour! It’s heartwarming when people use my expressions. It shows how our efforts to bring smiles are leaving a lasting impression. Most emojis shared are quirky and amusing, but my favourite depicts my wide-eyed look of surprise. On World Emoji Day, I encourage all my fans to express themselves through conversations, emojis, or other means. Expressing oneself is truly important; using funny expressions to emote can be fun and refreshing. When unmotivated or struggling to find words, we rely on emojis and GIFS to convey our thoughts. These represent nearly every emotion, making them a convenient and enjoyable way to communicate using a single icon instead of a string of 26 letters. It is amusing to see how emojis have enhanced online conversations by offering a distinctive way to express oneself.”

Catch your favourite Daroga Happu Singh in Happu Ki Ultan Paltan at 10:00 PM, airing Monday to Friday on &TV.

By Keerti Kadam