Indian cricketer Virat Kohli made a rare appearance on Instagram recently, and it wasn’t for cricket or endorsements — it was to share a sweet birthday message for his wife, actress Anushka Sharma. Kohli’s post, filled with love and warmth, quickly touched hearts online and reminded fans just how strong their bond is.
Virat Kohli’s Beautiful Note for Anushka
On Anushka Sharma’s birthday, Virat wrote a touching message that read:
“To my best friend, my life partner, my safe space, my best half, my everything. You’re the guiding light of all of our lives. We love you so much more every day. Happy birthday my love @anushkasharma.”
The heartfelt post stood out because Kohli hasn’t been active on Instagram for a while. In fact, his last post was all the way back in March 2024. So, when fans saw him return to social media, and that too for such a loving reason, it created quite a buzz.
Why Virat Took a Break from Social Media
Before this birthday post, Kohli had made headlines for quietly deleting all ads and brand-sponsored posts from his Instagram feed. This sudden move got fans and media talking, wondering what made him step away from online promotions.
Earlier this year, in March, Virat actually spoke about his changing relationship with social media. While speaking at the RCB Innovation Lab’s Indian Sports Summit, he explained that being constantly in the spotlight online had started to feel overwhelming.
Social Media Can Be Draining, Says Kohli
Virat shared that while social media gives celebrities a lot of attention, it can also become too much to handle.
“The kind of attention you get and the kind of traction you receive when you put something out there on a platform is quite unbelievable,” he said.
“It’s quite intense. Luckily, I was born in a time when I didn’t work with this thing [my phone] in my pocket.”
He said he made a conscious decision to step back from sharing too much online because it was starting to drain his energy — energy he’d rather use for his game and time with loved ones.
Choosing Peace Over Praise
Even though Kohli is one of the most followed sports personalities in the world, he prefers to keep his personal moments private. He mentioned that even winning big tournaments doesn’t push him to post something online.
“Posting about us winning the championship isn’t going to increase the happiness in my heart,” he said. “The reality stays the same.”
This shows that for Virat, real joy comes from living in the moment — not just sharing it online.
Putting Family and Well-being First
Virat Kohli’s rare post for Anushka is a reminder that sometimes, the most meaningful things don’t need an audience — but when they are shared, they come straight from the heart. As he steps away from the social media spotlight, it’s clear he’s choosing what matters most: peace, family, and his passion for cricket.
