When Premanand Maharaj said Anushka Sharma's devotion impacted Virat Kohli's journey; called couple 'brave': WATCH

Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma are one of the most loved celebrity couples in India. The two have created a strong mark in their own fields, Virat as one of the greatest cricketers of his time, and Anushka as a Bollywood actress.

The couple tied the knot in December 2017 in a dreamy wedding that made headlines everywhere. Their happy journey together continued with the birth of their daughter Vamika in January 2021 and their son Akaay in February 2024. As parents, they have embraced family life with love, joy and a deep sense of spirituality.

Virat and Anushka visited Vrindavan with children

Earlier this year in January, Virat and Anushka travelled to Vrindavan along with their children Vamika and Akaay. They went to seek blessings from the spiritual guru Premanand Maharaj.

A video from the Vrindavan ashram soon surfaced online, showing the couple sitting together and listening with full attention to the sermon delivered by Maharaj. Their two children were also present, though their faces were blurred, as Virat and Anushka have always chosen to keep them away from media attention.

Anushka recalled her earlier meeting with Maharaj

In the video, the 'Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi' actress is heard speaking directly to Premanand Maharaj. She recalled how she had questions in her mind during her previous visit but felt they had been answered through others in the gathering.

The 'Band Baaja Baaraat' actress told him, “Pichli baar jab hum aaye they to mann mein kuch sawaal they. Mujeh laga ki puchungi lekin jo bhi baitha tha wahan pe, un sab ne kuch na kuch waisa sawaal kar liya tha. Jab yahan pe aane ki baat kar rahe they, main aapse mann hi mann baat kar rahi thi. Agle din main Kanti Vartalap kholti thi aur koi na koi wo sawaal puch raha hota tha. Aap bas mujhe prem bhakti de do.” (The last time we came, I had some questions in my heart. I thought I would ask them, but everyone else sitting there ended up asking something similar. When we were thinking of coming here, I was speaking to you silently in my mind. The next day, when I opened Kanti Vartalap, someone or the other would already be asking that same question. All I want is for you to give me divine love and devotion.)

Premanand Maharaj praised Anushka and Virat’s devotion

Premanand Maharaj appeared touched by the couple’s sincerity. He praised them for holding on to spirituality even after achieving immense fame. He said, “These guys are very brave. To devote yourself to God after achieving such fame in the world is quite a difficult thing. We think that your (Anushka's) devotion towards God would have an impact on him (Kohli) as well.”

Virat and Anushka spend family time in London

Away from the spotlight of work, as per reports Virat and Anushka are also enjoying their time as parents. The couple is currently in London, spending private family moments together. Videos of them casually interacting with locals often go viral, showing the simple, grounded side of one of India’s most admired couples.

Anushka Sharma on the work front

While her personal life has been filled with family and faith, Anushka’s professional work has been more selective in recent years. Her last full-fledged role was in the 2018 film ‘Zero’, where she starred opposite Shah Rukh Khan. She later appeared in a short cameo in the 2022 film ‘Qala’.

Her next big project is ‘Chakda ’Xpress’, a biopic based on legendary cricketer Jhulan Goswami. The film was announced with much excitement, but updates about its release have been few, leaving fans eager for her big-screen return