Mrunal Thakur, one of the most recognizable faces in Indian entertainment, recently found herself in the spotlight due to an old comment about her admiration for former Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli. The 32-year-old actress, who transitioned from television to films with great success, saw her previous remarks about Kohli gaining renewed attention online.
Mrunal Thakur Calls for a ‘Stop’ After Old Comment Resurfaces
The incident began when an Instagram page, Instant Bollywood, shared a past comment where Mrunal expressed her deep admiration for Virat Kohli. The post quickly garnered reactions from netizens, prompting the actress to step in and address the situation. Mrunal responded directly in the comment section, writing:
“STOP IT OK.”
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Netizens React to Mrunal Thakur’s Response
This exchange was soon discussed on Reddit, where users shared their thoughts on Mrunal’s reaction. While many supported her stance, some speculated whether she felt embarrassed by her past statement. One user commented, “Why does her comment make it seem like the information is true, but she’s a bit embarrassed lol.” Another added, “They say so much nonsense.”
Mrunal’s original comment came during the promotion of her sports drama Jersey, co-starring Shahid Kapoor. In an interview with ETimes, she shared that she was once “madly in love” with Virat Kohli. She recalled how her brother’s passion for cricket led her to become a fan, eventually leading to fond memories of attending a live match with him around five years ago. Reflecting on her journey, she remarked on the coincidence of now being part of a cricket-themed film like Jersey.
“There was a time when I was madly in love with Virat Kohli. I started liking cricket because of my brother who’s a big fan. I have fond memories of watching a match live at a stadium with him around five years ago. I remember I was wearing a blue jersey and cheering for team India. Cut to today, I am part of a cricket-based film like Jersey. It is such a happy coincidence.”
Mrunal Thakur’s Recent Work
On the professional front, Mrunal Thakur was last seen in the film Family Star opposite Vijay Deverakonda, though the movie did not leave a significant mark on audiences. She also made a cameo in Nag Ashwin’s highly anticipated film Kalki 2898 AD. Mrunal’s upcoming projects include Pooja Meri Jaan, Vishwambara, and Son of Sardaar 2.
What are your thoughts on Mrunal Thakur’s bold reaction to the resurfaced comment about Virat Kohli?
