Watch: Agra police raid fake Virat Kohli One8 shoes manufacturing factory, video goes viral

In a significant development, the Agra Police has announced that they were successful in dismantling the sophisticated operation in the illegal production of the fake Virat Kohli ‘One8’ brand shoes. The raid, in the historic city, which was conducted on August 20, resulted in the seizure of the footwear and raw materials. 

All of them are anticipated to be worth several lakh rupees, dealing a substantial blow to the illegal situation. It has opened the eyes of the producers, who have been dealing in the business of providing the best shoes around the country.

Agra Police bust illegal factory manufacturing counterfeit One8 shoes bearing Kohli's brand

The operation was based on confidential reports. This led to decisive action from the authorities. It also highlights the growing challenge of producing real products in the open market, mostly due to the high demand for sports and lifestyle brands being associated with global figures like Kohli.

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The timing of the raid is also noteworthy. It coincides with the period of brand visibility and activities for One8. The One8 brand has expanded its footprint in recent times. They launched a massive program to launch the shoe, where Kohli himself was present.

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In December 2025, the veteran sold his sportswear brand One8 to Agilitas Sports, simultaneously investing nearly INR 40 crore to become the co-founder and investor of the integrated sports platforms. After launching the shoes, he gifted them to many players in India, including Rohit Sharma, and around the world in cricket. 

Virat Kohli's One8 footwear line has become so popular it's now a target for counterfeiters

The rise of the counterfeit One8 footwear underlines that the brand has started to grow in a very small time. The police raid in Agra uncovered the manufacturing operation producing fake One8 shoes, with the authorities investigating the wide supply networks.

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Even for the customers, the incident is a strong reminder to be cautious when one buys One8 products, especially from unofficial sellers at low prices. With the brand expanding its footwear ranges, the authorized channels remain the safest way to get the products.

Meanwhile, Kohli will be back in action for the Indian side during their upcoming three-match ODI series against West Indies at home. He looked in decent touch with two fifties in his name during the recent three-match ODI series against England.