In a dawn that blended devotion with stardom, Indian cricket icon Virat Kohli and his wife, actress Anushka Sharma, were spotted in the holy city of Vrindavan on Tuesday, continuing what has now become a deeply personal spiritual tradition. The couple arrived at the Keli Kunj Ashram early this morning to meet the revered saint Premanand Maharaj, marking their fourth visit to the spiritual leader in just over a year.
The visit, which lasted approximately an hour, saw the power couple sitting among fellow devotees with folded hands, seeking tranquility away from the flashing cameras and roaring crowds that typically define their lives. Sources indicate that Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma arrived in Vrindavan on Monday evening, staying overnight at a local hotel before arriving at the ashram discreetly at around 5:30 AM.
This latest pilgrimage underscores a significant shift in the couple's public persona, as they increasingly embrace spirituality. It raises a compelling question for fans and followers: what is drawing the Kohli-Sharma family to the banks of the Yamuna time and time again?
A Year of Grace: The Fourth Vrindavan Visit
Tuesday’s darshan is the latest chapter in an evolving spiritual narrative. Here is a timeline of their previous meetings with Premanand Maharaj, which have offered glimpses into their personal quest for meaning:
- January 10, 2025: The couple, accompanied by their two children, first visited the ashram. In a heartfelt conversation, Virat Kohli openly asked the Maharaj, "How to overcome failure?" The saint’s response resonated deeply, framing cricket as Virat’s spiritual practice and advising patience and remembrance of God during tough times.
- May 14, 2025: Following Virat’s retirement from Test cricket, the couple spent over two hours at the ashram. They prostrated before the saint, who spoke to them about grace, adversity, and the inner path.
- December 16, 2025: The couple was seen wearing the sacred Tulsi Kanthi mala, sparking widespread speculation that they had received guru diksha (initiation) from Premanand Maharaj. During this visit, Anushka emotionally expressed, "Maharaj ji, we are yours and you are ours."
The Wisdom They Seek
The conversations between the Kohli-Sharma family and Premanand Maharaj offer profound life lessons that extend far beyond the cricket pitch or film set, touching on universal human struggles.
During today's visit, the atmosphere was one of quiet reverence. However, recalling their previous interaction in December provides insight into the spiritual counsel they are receiving. When Anushka expressed her sense of belonging, Premanand Maharaj gently redirected the devotion, saying, "We all belong to Shriji. Live with great joy. Be happy. Be dependent on God."
He further advised them to view their professional lives through a spiritual lens: "Consider your work as service to God. Be earnest. Be humble. Life must be made progressive."
Why This Matters Now: The Intersection of Stardom and Surrender
In a culture often obsessed with external success, the repeated visits of a figure like Virat Kohli—a symbol of aggression, achievement, and fame—to a spiritual ashram is a powerful narrative. It highlights a growing trend among millennials and Gen Z, who are increasingly seeking mental peace and purpose beyond material success.
For Kohli, who has navigated the immense pressures of international cricket, fatherhood, and the relentless scrutiny of public life, his spiritual journey with Anushka offers a masterclass in grounding oneself. The key takeaway from Premanand Maharaj’s teachings for the couple—and by extension, for all of us—is the art of maintaining equanimity.
As the Maharaj told them during a previous meeting, "Failure will not last forever. If there is day, night will come; if there is night, day will come. We should patiently remember God."
After their hour-long stay, the couple left the ashram and reportedly headed to Delhi. While their public life continues to be a spectacle of runs and red carpets, these quiet moments in Vrindavan reveal a private world where the goal is not a six over the boundary, but inner peace.
