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Actress Avneet Kaur, who’s currently promoting her international film Love in Vietnam, finally addressed the buzz around cricket superstar Virat Kohli liking a picture of her on Instagram. Kohli’s accidental like on Avneet Kaur’s Instagram post led to speculation and memes across social media platforms.
The cricketer later clarified it was a technical glitch, putting an end to the widespread rumours and online frenzy. While the incident was short-lived, it had a significant impact on Avneet’s public profile and social media presence. Her recent statement during her film’s promotional event has brought the topic back into the spotlight, offering a glimpse into her reaction to the unexpected attention.
Avneet Kaur break silence on Indian superstar Virat Kohli liking her picture
At the trailer launch event for Love in Vietnam, Avneet was asked about the growing love and admiration she receives from big celebrities online. The question subtly pointed to Kohli’s recent ‘like’ that sparked a social media frenzy. With a smile, Avneet responded, ‘Milta rahe pyaar… Aur kya hi keh sakti hoon (May the love keep coming…what more can I really say).’
The accidental ‘like’ turned into a golden opportunity for the actress, who gained over 1 million new followers and reportedly signed 12 new brand deals, which increased her brand value by 30%. The incident highlights the immense influence of public figures like Virat Kohli and how a simple action can have a ripple effect, significantly impacting the careers and public profiles of others in the entertainment industry. Avneet’s dignified response and her newfound success in the wake of the incident show her ability to turn an awkward situation into a positive and beneficial outcome.
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When Virat accidentally liked Avneet’s picture
The incident, which occurred on April 30, lit up social media when eagle-eyed followers noticed Kohli had liked one of Avneet’s glamorous photos, in which she was seen in a lime green crop top and printed mini skirt. The interaction instantly went viral, sparking a wave of reactions, memes, and even trolling. As rumours swirled, many questioned the nature of the gesture, given Kohli’s high-profile public image and his personal life.
To put an end to the chatter, Kohli later took to his Instagram Stories, clarifying that the ‘like’ was a technical glitch. The cricketer wrote on his Instagram Stories, ‘I’d like to clarify that while clearing my feed, it appears the algorithm may have mistakenly registered an interaction. There was absolutely no intent behind it. I request that no unnecessary assumptions be made. Thank you for your understanding,’ This public statement by a star of Kohli’s stature was crucial in dispelling the rumors and protecting both his and Avneet’s public image from further speculation and negativity.
