Indian cricket icon Virat Kohli has unveiled his latest favorite song, and it’s no other than Tamil actor Silambarasan’s (Simbu) chartbuster hit. The captain of Royal Challengers Bengaluru made the unexpected announcement in a casual moment, causing social media to go into a tizzy and fans of both the actor and the cricketer to go into celebration mode.
Kohli, who has eclectic music tastes, said the song has been on repeat on his playlist this IPL season. He also lauded Simbu’s high-energy vibe and the catchy beats of the song, which have catapulted it into a viral sensation across platforms. The surprise did not only take fans by shock but also surprised Simbu himself.
Responding to Kohli’s remark, Simbu showed his joy on X (formerly Twitter), thanking the cricket legend for the surprise love. “Didn’t see that coming, bro! Big love,” the actor posted, with fans referring to the exchange as a “crossover we didn’t know we needed.”
This trans-cultural exchange of Indian cricket with South Indian films emphasizes the forever-fading demarcation line between sports and entertainment in India, bringing supporters from all across regions and tongues together. And when Kohli grooves along with Kollywood rhythms, it’s a tune that will tend for days.
