A decade later, the narrative has dramatically changed.
Following Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s second consecutive Indian Premier League (IPL) title win, social media has been flooded with posts celebrating Anushka as the franchise’s “lucky charm.” The actor was present at the stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday as RCB defeated Gujarat Titans in a commanding IPL 2026 final performance.
Virat Leads RCB to Another IPL Crown
RCB secured a convincing victory over Gujarat Titans in the final, with Virat Kohli once again playing a starring role. The 37-year-old batter emerged as the top scorer in RCB’s successful chase and was named Player of the Match for his match-winning innings.
As Kohli struck the winning runs, cameras captured an emotional moment between the couple. The former India captain looked towards the stands and blew flying kisses to Anushka, who responded with equal enthusiasm, celebrating joyfully before sending flying kisses back.
The couple later joined teammates and their families on the field to celebrate the historic achievement. The victory marked RCB’s second successive IPL title, with Kohli finishing as the franchise’s leading run-scorer in both championship-winning campaigns.
Fans Celebrate Anushka’s Presence
Images and videos of Anushka’s animated celebrations quickly went viral on social media, prompting fans to shower her with praise.
Many supporters referred to her as RCB’s “lucky charm,” highlighting how the franchise has enjoyed tremendous success during recent seasons when she has been a regular presence in the stands.
One fan wrote, “Whenever our lucky charm Anushka Sharma is in the stands, it’s over for every other team. Congratulations to RCB on winning back-to-back IPL trophies.”
Another supporter shared photos of her celebrating and simply declared, “Anushka Sharma is our lucky charm.”
Several fans also pointed out that Anushka had reduced her appearances at cricket stadiums between 2021 and 2024 as she focused on family life after welcoming the couple’s children, Vamika and Akaay. With her return to the stands in recent seasons, some fans jokingly credited her presence for RCB’s resurgence.
“This girl is so lucky for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Now she is regular, we win,” read one viral post.
A Love Story That Has Captivated Fans
Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli first met in 2013 while filming a television commercial. Their friendship soon blossomed into a relationship that attracted widespread public attention.
Although the couple briefly parted ways during their courtship, they eventually reconciled and tied the knot in a private ceremony at Italy’s Lake Como in December 2017. The intimate wedding was attended by close friends and family members.
Today, the couple are among India’s most celebrated celebrity pairs and have built a family together with their two children, Vamika and Akaay. In recent years, they have reportedly spent significant time in the United Kingdom while balancing family life and professional commitments.
Anushka’s Career on Hold
While Virat continues to shine on the cricket field, Anushka has largely stayed away from the big screen in recent years.
Her last full-fledged acting role came in the 2018 film *Zero*. She later made a special appearance in *Qala* (2022), a project produced under her banner.
Anushka also completed filming for *Chakda Xpress*, a biographical sports drama based on former Indian cricketer Jhulan Goswami. However, despite wrapping production in 2022, the film remains unreleased, with no official update on its release date.
For now, though, the spotlight remains firmly on Anushka and Virat, whose emotional celebration after RCB’s latest IPL triumph has become one of the defining images of the season—while turning a former target of criticism into the franchise’s most celebrated “lucky charm.”
