Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli are one of the most adored couple on the internet. The ace criketer is known for his legendary cricketing exploits, his fitness, and his aggressive captaincy, but off the field,
the former India captain is equally known for his witty sense of humour. In a recent interview, Indian pacer Harshit Rana offered a glimpse into Kohli’s lighter side, recalling a hilarious moment from India’s dressing room after their 2025 Champions Trophy win. Although Rana did not feature in the final, his first encounter with Virat's wife Anushka Sharma, became the source of a memorable joke that left everyone laughing.
Harshit Rana recalls his first meeting with Anushka Sharma
In an interview with
MensXP, Harshit Rana shared a funny incident from the dressing room, showing Virat's playful side. Meeting Anushka Sharma for the first time, the cricketer called her “ma’am,” prompting Kohli to joke that he should call her “bhabhi.” Harshit entered the dressing room after India’s Champions Trophy win and shared that Kohli’s teasing instantly lightened the mood, even joking about a recent champagne incident.During the interview, Harshit also revealed that Virat loves jokes and laughter, a contrast to his on-field intensity.
Virat and Anushka buy land parcels worth Rs 38 crore in Alibag
The duo recently made headlines for investing in prime real estate in Alibag. According to a report in
PTI, Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma have bought land worth Rs 38 crore in Alibag, Maharashtra, spanning around 21,000 sq. metres. Located in a rapidly developing luxury belt near Mumbai, the purchase highlights the couple’s growing real estate portfolio and interest in high-value, long-term investments.
About Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma
Virat Kohli and
Anushka Sharma, one of India’s most adored celebrity couples, tied the knot on December 11, 2017, in a fairytale wedding held in Tuscany, Italy. The couple are proud parents to daughter Vamika, born on January 11, 2021, and son Akaay, born on February 15, 2024. Meanwhile, on the professional front, Anushka Sharma was last seen on the big screen alongside Shah Rukh Khan in
Zero (2018). The actress was also roped in for Jhoolan Goswami's biopic
Chakda 'Xpress, however it has been reportedly shelved.