For months, the internet has been buzzing about Virat Kohli’s “accidental” like on actress Avneet Kaur’s Instagram post—a slip of the thumb that spiraled into a viral talking point. Now, after weeks of speculation and social media noise, Avneet has finally addressed the controversy, and her response couldn’t be more graceful.
The 23-year-old actress, who was promoting her upcoming film Love in Vietnam, was asked about the sudden spotlight she received earlier this year. Instead of dodging the question, Avneet smiled and said, “Milta rahe pyaar… aur kya hi keh sakti hoon” — loosely translated as, “May the love keep coming… what more can I say?”
Her simple but warm remark quickly won over fans, many of whom praised her for handling the moment with poise rather than fueling unnecessary drama.
The Backstory
Back in April, eagle-eyed fans noticed that Kohli had liked one of Avneet’s Instagram posts. Within minutes, screenshots flooded X (formerly Twitter), sparking memes and speculation. Kohli later clarified that the like was unintentional—possibly a result of scrolling through his feed too quickly. Still, the story gained traction across both entertainment and sports media.
What seemed like a fleeting digital glitch ended up boosting Avneet’s visibility in a big way. Reports suggest she gained more than a million new followers, landed a dozen brand deals, and saw a major spike in her market value.
Fans Add Fuel
The chatter only intensified when both Avneet and Kohli were spotted at Wimbledon 2025—though separately. Social media couldn’t resist connecting dots, and memes about Anushka Sharma’s reaction trended for days.
Avneet, however, chose silence at the time, letting the noise fade. By finally speaking now—months later—she’s managed to close the loop on the controversy without making it bigger than it already was.
Why It Matters
Celebrity culture in India thrives on small digital gestures. A single like, comment, or follow can snowball into a full-blown news cycle. For Avneet, what could’ve been an awkward incident turned into a career milestone, thanks to how she carried herself.
Kohli’s clarification, paired with Avneet’s light-hearted response, has cooled the speculation. But the incident remains a reminder of just how closely every move of a public figure is watched, magnified, and meme-ified in today’s hyper-connected world.
