Mathura’s Kelly Kunj Ashram turned into a beacon of spirituality on Tuesday as cricket superstar Virat Kohli arrived with Anushka Sharma to receive blessings from Guru Premanand Maharaj. The early morning rendezvous at 5:30 AM lasted about an hour, offering the celebrity pair a moment of tranquility away from the spotlight.
A video from the ashram’s ‘Bhajan Marg’ YouTube channel captures the couple blending seamlessly with the crowd, eyes closed in meditation, absorbing Maharaj’s teachings and the rhythmic chants of kirtan. It’s a scene that humanizes these larger-than-life figures.
Regular visitors to Vrindavan’s spiritual epicenter, Virat and Anushka have previously delved into discussions on life’s deeper meanings and unwavering devotion with their guru. Their spiritual footprint has expanded, evidenced by 2023 pilgrimages to Mahakaleshwar and Neem Karoli Baba’s ashram, signaling a profound shift towards mindfulness.
On the cricket front, Kohli’s retirement from T20s keeps him laser-focused, with IPL glory beckoning for RCB as title defenders—a historic first. The season opener will spotlight the King Kohli, whose bat has been silent but deadly in recent ODIs.
July brings international action with England’s ODI series from the 14th, where Kohli’s recent New Zealand exploits—240 runs in three games—promise fireworks. With 85 international hundreds, he’s nipping at Sachin’s heels, embodying resilience and faith in equal measure.
The Kohlis’ ashram sojourns remind us that true champions nurture the soul alongside the body, a philosophy that resonates far beyond the boundaries.