Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli's journey from dating life to an evergreen couple in Bollywood

Indian cricketer Virat Kohli is celebrated for his genuine love and affection for his wife, actress Anushka Sharma. The couple never fails to impress fans with their public displays of admiration for each other.

Recently, Virat accidentally liked one of the bold photoshoots of actress Avneet Kaur, which left social media puzzled. The cricketer later shared an official statement explaining that it was due to an Instagram bug. The minor incident sparked a meme fest on social media, with both Anushka and Virat being thrust into the spotlight.

It’s important to revisit the unmatched love story of Virat and Anushka—one that many netizens describe as a truly healthy relationship.

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In 2013, a television advertisement brought Virat and Anushka face-to-face for the first time. What began as a professional collaboration quickly blossomed into a personal connection. Those close to the production noted their instant rapport. Their chemistry won hearts, and they eventually became good friends. They started dating privately long before the media began circulating rumours.

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Despite their high-profile careers, the pair initially kept their relationship out of the public eye. Speculation grew when the Indian team returned from their South Africa tour in 2014 and Virat was spotted visiting Anushka’s home in Mumbai. Although they didn’t publicly confirm their relationship at the time, Anushka once stated that they weren’t hiding anything and that they were simply two normal people in a relationship. They attracted further attention when they were seen attending an Indian Super League football match together later that year.

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Anushka often faced trolling for her presence at cricket matches, particularly when Kohli’s team lost. While some labelled her as his lucky charm, others unfairly blamed her for defeats. Amidst growing online trolling, Kohli posted a cryptic message saying “SHAME”. Around the same time, break-up rumours began circulating in 2016 after the pair unfollowed each other on Instagram. However, they soon silenced the gossip when Virat blew a flying kiss from the pitch towards Anushka in the stands, a gesture that quickly went viral.

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In December 2017, fans woke up to breathtaking images from the hills of Tuscany, where Virat and Anushka tied the knot in a beautiful, intimate ceremony attended only by close family and friends. The couple looked ethereal in their pastel-themed wedding attire—Anushka wore a peach lehenga, while Virat looked elegant in an off-white sherwani set. Their reception also made headlines—Anushka dazzled in a deep red saree, while Virat turned heads with his black ensemble paired with a multicoloured dupatta.

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In January 2021, the couple welcomed their daughter, Vamika. While they expressed gratitude for the love and blessings they received, they made a conscious decision to keep her away from the public eye, valuing her privacy in a world that can often be intrusive. In 2024, they welcomed their son, Akaay. To date, the couple has not revealed their children’s faces and have refrained from sharing candid pictures of them in public. Recent reports suggest that they have decided to relocate to London to provide their children with a peaceful upbringing, away from the limelight.

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