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As cricket fever sweeps across the subcontinent with the start of of the Asia Cup 2023, well-known Nepali actress Barsha Siwakoti has made headlines by expressing her deep admiration for Indian cricket team players. Siwakoti, celebrated for her contributions to the Nepal film industry, recently revealed the names of her favourite Indian cricketers.
In a candid interview, Barsha Siwakoti disclosed that she likes watching Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. The actress, known for her versatile acting skills and expressive performances, spoke passionately about her admiration for Kohli, when asked to choose any one between Virat and Rohit.
“I love him as a player,” Siwakoti gushed, “Virat’s dedication to the game, his consistency, and his never-give-up attitude are truly inspiring. He has set incredibly high standards in modern cricket, and his aggressive yet stylish approach to batting is a joy to watch.”
Virat Kohli shakes leg to the tunes of ‘Kutu Ma Kutu’
Siwakoti was recently spotted cheering for Nepal during the match against India at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Sri Lanka.
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A video of Virat dancing to the tunes of famous Nepali song ‘Kutu Ma Kutu’ went viral on social media.
Siwakoti was also elated to see Kohli dancing to her country’s famous song.
While Virat Kohli showcasing his dance moves in Nepali song " Kutu Ma Kutu" on the ground! 🕺🎶 #ViratKohli #AsiaCup2023 #AsiaCup #NepalCricket #NEPvIND #INDvNEP #Like pic.twitter.com/y5PRHiG4wV
— Lekh Nath Pandey (@SaLekhnath) September 5, 2023
As the Super 4 stage of Asia Cup 2023 approaches, Siwakoti’s endorsement of Kohli is likely to resonate with cricket fans on both sides of the border. India and Nepal share a special bond when it comes to cricket, and Siwakoti’s admiration for one of India’s most iconic players serves as a reminder of the sport’s unifying power.
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On the work front, Siwakoti was last seen in a movie named ‘Pardeshi 2,’ which hit the theatres in February this year.