Indian cricket superstar Virat Kohli and Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma have been living away from India in London for quite some time. Various speculations have surrounded the exact reasons why this powerful couple chose to distance themselves from their homeland. Now, renowned actress Madhuri Dixit's husband, Dr. Shriram Nene, has shed light on why the couple made this major decision and what pressures led them there.
The Pressures of Celebrity Life and Privacy Challenges
Dr. Shriram Nene discussed this topic during a podcast conversation with YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia. Praising Virat Kohli as a wonderful person, he mentioned that he has met the cricketer multiple times and holds great respect for him. During the chat, he recalled a specific conversation he had with Anushka regarding their move abroad, highlighting how being constantly in the public eye creates unique challenges for high-profile individuals.
Feeling Isolated Despite Massive Success
Recalling that interaction, Dr. Nene shared that Anushka and Virat were considering shifting to London because they were unable to properly enjoy their success while living in India. He noted that they completely understand what the couple goes through, as everything they do attracts immediate public attention, which eventually leads to a sense of isolation even when surrounded by people.
Seeking Normal Family Moments Away from the Spotlight
Explaining the difficulties of staying constantly under public scrutiny, Dr. Nene pointed out that while fans asking for selfies usually have no malicious intent, it becomes awkward and disrupts privacy when a family is trying to enjoy lunch or dinner together. Being married to a celebrity himself, he understands how ordinary daily routines get disrupted. Although he tries to be friendly and easygoing, situations involving public attention invariably arise.
Focusing on Children and a Normal Upbringing
Dr. Nene emphasized that while fans do not act out of bad intentions, these interruptions compromise personal space, requiring celebrities to always maintain polite behavior, something that also happens with his wife Madhuri Dixit. Describing Anushka and Virat as lovely people, he noted that their primary goal is simply to raise their children in a normal environment away from constant disruption.
Family Background and Current Life Abroad
At present, Virat and Anushka live a private life in London with their two children, daughter Vamika and son Akaay. Although they are occasionally spotted walking on London streets, they enjoy relief from the continuous media coverage and fan attention they faced in India. The couple tied the knot in Italy in December 2017. They welcomed their daughter Vamika in January 2021 and their son Akaay in February 2024. Anushka's last released film was Zero in 2018, followed by her work in Chakda Xpress. Meanwhile, Madhuri and Dr. Shriram Nene got married in 1999 and have two children, with Madhuri having previously lived abroad before returning to India.
