Virat Kohli is a ‘great actor’, but should stay away from… after retirement, says casting director
GH News May 12, 2025 06:06 PM

Virat Kohli on Monday announced his retirement from Test cricket. The 36-year-old shared a long post on Instagram announcing his decision. King Kohli is one of those Indian cricketers who has captivated audience not just with his terrific game but also with his charismatic personality. While he has appeared in numerous advertisements fans have never seen him in acting role.
When Mukesh Chhabra advised Virat Kohli to stay away from films
Casting director Mukesh Chhabra who praised Virats acting skills advised that he should never venture into films. During a conversation with Ranveer Allahbadia when Mukesh was asked about the possibility of Virat pursuing acting after his cricket career he quickly responded and advised that he shouldnt. He is already a great actor. He is from Delhi he is a Punjabi. He has seen that life. He has handled success so beautifully. He has maintained himself on every level—competition looks fitness mentally Mukesh said.
Chhabra further praised Virats personal life saying He is a fan of Chole Bhature he is a great guy. He appears to be a great husband and a great father. Moreover he also emphasised how Virat has grown into a role model for an entire generation of cricketers and said Today he is a role model for everybody.
When talking about King Kohlis personality Mukesh shared that he is not just a brilliant cricketer but also possesses a great sense of humour. He is so funny. He will dance mimic his comic timing is great. He is doing very well in making the country proud he should stay where he is and not join films Lastly Mukesh advised that he should focus on his cricketing legacy rather than changing his professional path and venturing into the entertainment sector.
Virat Kohli got married to Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma on 11 December 2017 in an intimate ceremony in Italy. The couple is proud parents to daughter Vamika and son Akaay.