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India's most beloved celebrity couple, Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma, are still making headlines not only for their success professionally but for their spirituality and commitment as well. Their latest trip to Ayodhya's sacred temples is just one in a long line of religious excursions, underscoring a growing adherence to faith and tradition.
Visit Details and Rituals
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Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma went to Ayodhya's Ram Mandir early on Sunday morning, staying there for around half an hour in the temple compound, during which time they saw the Ram Darbar and heard about the temple structure and idols from priests.
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The couple then went to Hanuman Garhi temple, where they spent around 20 minutes praying. Kohli offered 1.25 kg of laddus and a floral garland to Hanuman, while the two were given traditional garlands and blessings by the temple priests.
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The couple can be seen in traditional clothes, going through rituals, and warmly greeted by priests and temple officials in videos and photographs.
Spiritual Engagement and Previous Visits
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This visit is part of a recent spiritual spree for the couple, who have also visited Vrindavan multiple times in the past year, seeking blessings and engaging in spiritual conversations with Premanand Maharaj.
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After Kohli’s retirement from Test cricket on May 12, 2025, the couple visited Vrindavan, where they spent time at Premanand Maharaj’s ashram, receiving guidance and blessings.
Family and Public Response
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The celebrities were joined by their families for the Ayodhya trip, and the presence of the pair attracted big crowds of fans wanting to spot the celebrity pair.
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The pair shunned the media for interactions, keeping the attention on their spiritual pursuits and some private moments at the temples.
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The humility and dignified behavior of the pair during the trip have been highly applauded, cementing the image of the grounded and values-based family.
Context: Professional and Personal Milestones
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Kohli is currently in Lucknow for the IPL league stage, having played for Royal Challengers Bangalore on May 23, with another match scheduled for May 27.
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The couple’s recent outings come at a significant time, with Kohli’s Test retirement marking the end of an era in Indian cricket and the couple welcoming their second child, Akaay, earlier this year.
Visuals and Social Media Buzz
Footage and photos of the visit of Kohli and Sharma to their temple, including walking down temple steps and engaging in rituals, have gone viral, engaging fans and followers on platforms.
Their calm and traditional dress, as well as their respectful attitude, has been accentuated in media reports and fan postings.
Sources: Live Hindustan, Daily Excelsior, NDTV, ABP Marathi, India Today, News24 Online
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