Virat Kohli’s incredible performance against Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy sparked nationwide celebrations as India advanced to the semi-finals. Kohli scored his 51st ODI century, garnering praise from fans and celebrities, including lyricist Javed Akhtar. However, Akhtar faced trolling on social media after his celebratory post, leading to a heated exchange. He responded fiercely to trolls by emphasizing his family’s historic fight for India’s freedom and asserting the difference between their legacies. Ultimately, India’s victory was made official after New Zealand defeated Bangladesh, confirming Pakistan’s elimination from the tournament.
Virat Kohli’s remarkable display against Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy ignited a wave of joy throughout the Indian cricket community. The nation erupted in celebration as India triumphed over Pakistan to secure their spot in the ICC Champions Trophy semi-finals. Even celebrities flocked to social media to praise Kohli and the Indian team’s outstanding performance on this significant occasion. However, lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar faced trolling online after he posted in celebration of Kohli’s performance in Dubai.
Entering the match amidst scrutiny regarding his position in the team, Kohli delivered with his 51st ODI century as he dominated Pakistan in the Group A clash of the Champions Trophy. Like many other Indians, Javed Akhtar was captivated by Kohli’s exceptional display.
The 80-year-old expressed his admiration on X (formerly Twitter): “Virat Kohli, zindabad. !!! . We all are so so so proud of you (sic)!”.
Virat Kohli , zindabad. !!! . We all are so so so proud of you !!!
— Javed Akhtar (@Javedakhtarjadu) February 23, 2025
One of the trolls commented: “Aj suraj kaha se nikla. Andar se dukh hoga apko to (where did the Sun rise from today? You must’ve been hurt from inside).”
The industry legend responded, “Beta jab tumhare baap dada angrez ke jootay chaat rahe thay tab mere aazadi ke liye jai aur kala paani mein thay. Meri ragon mein desh premion ka khoon hai aur tumhari ragon mein angrez ke naukaron ka khoon hai. Iss anter ko bhoolo nahin (Son, when your grandfather was licking the boots of the British, I was fighting for our freedom in jail and in Kala Pani. My veins carry the blood of patriots, while yours carry the blood of British servants. Don’t forget this difference).”
Beta jab tumhare baap dada angrez ke jootay chaat rahe thay tab mere aazadi ke liye jai aur kala paani mein thay. Meri ragon mein desh premion ka khoon hai aur tumhari ragon mein angrez ke naukaron ka khoon hai. Iss anter ko bhoolo nahin.
— Javed Akhtar (@Javedakhtarjadu) February 23, 2025
As some trolls aimed to provoke him, Javed retaliated in Hindi: “Maen to sirf yeh kahoonga ke tum eik neech insaan ho aur neech hi marogay. Tum kya jano desh prem kya hota hai (I would only like to say that you are a vile person, and you will die a vile person. How would you know what patriotism is) (sic)!”
Following the victory against Pakistan, India had nearly secured their place in the final. However, on Monday, as New Zealand triumphed over Bangladesh in another Group A match, both India’s progression and Pakistan’s elimination became official.
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