Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma visited the ashram of spiritual leader Premanand Maharaj in Vrindavan on Monday to seek blessings [1].

The visit follows the victory of Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2026 final [2]. As one of the most visible couples in Indian sports and cinema, their public pilgrimage highlights the intersection of high-profile athletic success and traditional spiritual practice in India.

The couple arrived at the ashram in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, on June 2, 2026 [3]. Reports indicate that the pair walked barefoot to the ashram to express gratitude for the team's success [4]. This appearance comes immediately after the conclusion of the tournament, marking a moment of reflection following the intense competition of the league.

During the encounter, the spiritual leader Premanand Maharaj spoke with the visitors. "Prasanna ho…?" the leader said [5]. The interaction was captured in viral video footage that surfaced shortly after the visit, showing the couple in a humble setting away from the celebrations in the city.

This victory marks a significant milestone for the franchise. Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured their second consecutive IPL win [6], cementing a period of dominance for the team in the 2026 season [2]. The couple later returned to Mumbai after concluding their meeting with the Maharaj [7].

The act of visiting a guru or ashram after a major professional achievement is a common cultural practice in India. For Kohli, the victory serves as a culmination of years of effort with the franchise, and the visit to Vrindavan represents a personal commitment to spiritual grounding amid global fame.

“"Prasanna ho…?"”

The visit underscores the cultural significance of spiritual gratitude in India, where elite athletes often attribute professional triumphs to divine or spiritual guidance. By visiting Premanand Maharaj immediately after a second consecutive title, Kohli and Sharma reinforce a public image of humility that balances the immense commercial and social capital associated with the IPL's success.