Will Virat Kohli Attend Delhi Protest? Rumours Swirl After Spiritual Vrindavan Trip With Wife Anushka Sharma

Virat Kohli's visit to Vrindavan with wife Anushka Sharma has sparked speculation over whether the former India captain will attend the ongoing student protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar. Here's why fans are linking Kohli to the movement and the latest update on his cricketing return.

By: Arpan Mondal
Last Updated: July 22, 2026 16:21:38 IST

After an impressive ODI comeback, Virat Kohli flew back to India with his wife, Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma. The couple was spotted in Vrindavan, apparently visiting Premanand Maharaj. After photos and videos if rgeur spiritual trip went viral, many fans speculated whether Kohli would attend the ongoing protest in Delhi. Hundreds of students gather at Jantar Mantar, seeking the resignation of the Education Minister of India, Dharmendra Pradhan, after several major controversies, including the paper leak of the NEET UG competitive exam.

Since the Delhi protest, led by environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk, unfolded, several Indian celebrities voiced their support for students. Fans of Delhi boy Virat Kohli perhaps also expected the same from their idol, but nothing as such has happened. Now that the former Indian captain arrives in India, many feel he might visit the protest site after returning from Vrindavan.

Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma Visit Vrindavan Amid Delhi Protest

In a video circulating on social media, Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma are seen arriving in Vrindavan to seek blessings from Premanand Maharaj. The footage attracted attention from many Indians, some of whom lashed out at the Indian cricket legend for maintaining his silence on the current situation of the country.

The comment section was filled with critical remarks about Kohli, as many students expected him to take a stand for the Delhi protest. However, it remains uncertain if the RCB icon has any plans to visit Jantar Mantar.

When will Virat Kohli play next?

After missing the home series against Afghanistan following the IPL 2026, Virat Kohli returned to action against England and struck back-to-back half-centuries. However, India ended up losing the three-match series despite triumphing in the series opener on English soil. Kohli, who has already retired from Tests and T20Is, will don the Blue jersey again in September, when India face the West Indies in a three-match ODI series.

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