Virat Kohli–Avneet Kaur Controversy: Netizens react as the cricketer makes clarification after 'accidental like' on the actress' post
etimes.in | May 5, 2025, 03.46 PM IST
In a recent controversy online, Indian cricket Virat Kohli made headlines after a quick moment of liking and unliking a post done by actress Avneet Kaur on Instagram. The incident, which was on April 30, 2025, caught the attention of fans and netizens at once, generating a lot of reactions and assumptions. Virat Kohli even issues a clarification claiming that it was an ‘algorithm glitch’ and he had ‘no intend’ behind it.
Avneet Kaur, a popular tv actress recently shared a series of images on her Instagram account, showcasing herself in a green crop top and printed wrap skirt. One of her fan pages, reshared the images on their page. Later, what came to fans’ notice was how Virat Kohli’s account had briefly liked the post before the like was removed. This interaction led to widespread discussions and humorous takes across social media platforms. 
Virat Kohli later addressed the matter through his Instagram stories on May 2, 2025. He stated, "I'd like to clarify that while clearing my feed, it appears the algorithm may have mistakenly registered an interaction. There was absolutely no intent behind it. I request that no unnecessary assumptions be made. Thank you for your understanding." 
Despite his clarification, fans didn’t fail to react to the situation with many calling it ‘a lie.’ Many users took a lighthearted approach, with comments ranging from playful jabs to humorous memes. Some fans joked about the situation, referencing Kohli’s family life, while others speculated about the nature of the interaction.
The social media interaction between Virat Kohli and Avneet Kaur is still making headlines on social media with fans reacting to it. A user wrote, “Akaay must have liked the post or did Vamika."
Avneet Kaur is an Indian actress, dancer, and model born on October 13, 2001, in Jalandhar, Punjab. She began her career at age 8, participating in Dance India Dance Li'l Masters in 2010. Kaur gained recognition for roles in TV shows like Meri Maa, Chandra Nandini, and Aladdin – Naam Toh Suna Hoga. She made her film debut in Mardaani (2014) and starred in Tiku Weds Sheru (2023). In 2024, she unveiled her international film Love in Vietnam at the Cannes Film Festival, becoming the youngest Indian actress to do so.
Avneet Kaur, a popular tv actress recently shared a series of images on her Instagram account, showcasing herself in a green crop top and printed wrap skirt. One of her fan pages, reshared the images on their page. Later, what came to fans’ notice was how Virat Kohli’s account had briefly liked the post before the like was removed. This interaction led to widespread discussions and humorous takes across social media platforms. 
Virat Kohli later addressed the matter through his Instagram stories on May 2, 2025. He stated, "I'd like to clarify that while clearing my feed, it appears the algorithm may have mistakenly registered an interaction. There was absolutely no intent behind it. I request that no unnecessary assumptions be made. Thank you for your understanding." 
Despite his clarification, fans didn’t fail to react to the situation with many calling it ‘a lie.’ Many users took a lighthearted approach, with comments ranging from playful jabs to humorous memes. Some fans joked about the situation, referencing Kohli’s family life, while others speculated about the nature of the interaction.
The social media interaction between Virat Kohli and Avneet Kaur is still making headlines on social media with fans reacting to it. A user wrote, “Akaay must have liked the post or did Vamika."
Avneet Kaur is an Indian actress, dancer, and model born on October 13, 2001, in Jalandhar, Punjab. She began her career at age 8, participating in Dance India Dance Li'l Masters in 2010. Kaur gained recognition for roles in TV shows like Meri Maa, Chandra Nandini, and Aladdin – Naam Toh Suna Hoga. She made her film debut in Mardaani (2014) and starred in Tiku Weds Sheru (2023). In 2024, she unveiled her international film Love in Vietnam at the Cannes Film Festival, becoming the youngest Indian actress to do so.