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Virat Kohli embraces Punjabi song at Delhi One8 event

Published 22 June 2026

Indian cricket star Virat Kohli shared a deeply personal connection to a popular Punjabi song during a high-profile event in New Delhi over the weekend, creating a viral moment that bridged sport and music. Kohli joined singer Karan Aujla on stage during Aujla's performance of his hit track "Winning Speech" at the One8 Global Premiere event held on Sunday at the Yashobhoomi convention center.

The former national team captain, who is also the founder of the One8 brand, was a guest of honor at the event. Videos from the evening showed Kohli enthusiastically clapping and moving to the music as Aujla performed in front of a packed crowd. The interaction between the two icons became one of the most talked-about highlights of the night.

Later, Kohli explained the emotional significance the song holds for him. He called himself a big fan of Aujla and praised the singer for authentically representing his own story through his music. Kohli specifically highlighted "Winning Speech," revealing it resonates with his personal journey. He said the song explains a journey Aujla has been through and that he feels a similarity with his own path, particularly having lost his father at a young...

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