Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma, one of India’s most celebrated couples, have always been protective of their children’s privacy. After tying the knot in 2017, the couple welcomed their daughter, Vamika, in 2021 and their son, Akaay, in February 2024. Despite their efforts to shield their kids from public attention, a photo from a recent cricket match sparked controversy when it was mistakenly thought to feature their son, Akaay. Virat’s sister, Bhawna Kohli Dhingra, has now clarified the situation.
Bhawna Kohli Dhingra Reacts to the Viral Photo
Bhawna took to Instagram to address the confusion surrounding the baby’s photo that had gone viral. She explained that the child in the image, seen in the stands during the India vs. Australia Test match, was actually the daughter of Virat and Anushka’s friend, not their son Akaay. Her statement aimed to put an end to the speculation circulating online.
Fans Slam Broadcasters Over Privacy Concerns
The incident occurred on the third day of the Test match, during which Virat Kohli hit his 81st century, dedicating the achievement to Anushka. Amid the celebrations, a cameraman’s footage of a baby with Anushka in the stands was misinterpreted as Akaay. Fans, thinking that the broadcasters had violated the couple’s privacy, criticized them for allegedly ignoring Virat and Anushka’s repeated requests to keep their children out of the spotlight. The image quickly went viral, with some netizens mistakenly claiming the baby looked like a miniature version of Virat.
Virat and Anushka have consistently taken steps to protect their children from the public eye. In the past, they have even sent gift hampers to paparazzi as a token of appreciation for respecting their wishes. These hampers reportedly included items like smartwatches, bags, and power banks. The couple’s commitment to safeguarding their children’s privacy has been widely praised.
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