Fact check: Did Virat Kohli share his review of the Ramayana movie? Know the truth

A viral screenshot claiming that Indian cricketer Virat Kohli shared an Instagram story praising Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming film Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor, has been circulating on social media. The screenshot, which appeared on platforms such as X, quickly caught the attention of fans. However, the claim has raised questions about its authenticity.

A check of Kohli's verified Instagram account found no such story praising the film. This has raised doubts about the viral screenshot, and there is no verified evidence to confirm that the cricketer shared the post. Therefore, the claim that Virat Kohli reviewed or praised Ramayana remains unverified.

The viral post has attracted attention because of the film's popularity and its grand mythological theme. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana features Ranbir Kapoor in the role of Lord Ram. However, fans should be careful before believing or sharing screenshots that claim to show statements from celebrities without confirmation from their official accounts.

The viral claim: Kohli’s ‘Review’ of the Ramayana movie spreads on social media

The viral social media story claimed that Virat Kohli praised Ranbir Kapoor for his portrayal of Lord Rama in Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana. The post also suggested that Kohli appreciated the grace, composure and conviction Kapoor brought to the character. He reportedly praised Yash for his strong screen presence and gave a special mention to Sai Pallavi for her performance.

The alleged message also praised director Nitesh Tiwari for his vision and highlighted the film's scale, storytelling, visuals and music. According to the viral screenshot, Kohli described these elements as being on another level. The post further claimed that he called Ramayana a masterpiece and expressed pride in the current state of Indian cinema.

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However, these statements appeared only in the viral screenshot, and there is no verified evidence that Kohli actually shared them on Instagram. No such story was found on his verified account. Therefore, the alleged review praising Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, Sai Pallavi and Nitesh Tiwari should not be treated as an authentic statement from the cricketer.

Fact check: What we found about Virat Kohli’s alleged Ramayana review

The viral screenshot claiming that Virat Kohli reviewed and praised Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming film Ramayana has raised questions about its authenticity. The alleged Instagram story included praise for Ranbir Kapoor's portrayal of Lord Rama, Yash's screen presence and Sai Pallavi's performance. It also credited director Nitesh Tiwari for his vision and praised the film's storytelling, visuals and music.

However, our fact check found no such story on Kohli's verified Instagram account. The screenshot has been widely circulated on social media, but there is no official confirmation that the Indian cricketer shared these comments. Grok, the AI chatbot on X, also reportedly stated that there was no credible evidence to support the claim.

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Based on the available information, the viral screenshot cannot be considered an authentic review by Virat Kohli. Until the cricketer or his official team confirms the post, claims that he praised Ramayana should be treated with caution.

Why fake celebrity reviews go viral and how to spot them 

 Fake celebrity reviews often go viral on social media because fans are eager to know their favourite stars' opinions about popular films, shows and events. A post featuring a celebrity's name or picture can quickly attract attention and get thousands of shares. Such posts are sometimes created to increase engagement, spread misinformation or promote a film by using a famous personality's popularity.

However, spotting fake celebrity reviews is not difficult if users check a few important details. Always look for the original post on the celebrity's verified social media accounts. Check whether reliable news platforms have reported the statement and look for any official confirmation. Screenshots can easily be edited, so they should not be treated as proof of a celebrity's statement.

Social media users should also be careful with posts that contain unusual wording, misleading captions or claims without credible sources. AI chatbots and fact-checking platforms can help users examine such claims, but their responses should also be verified. Checking the source before sharing a post can help prevent the spread of fake news and misinformation.