Long before low-key celebrity weddings became a trend, Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli quietly changed the game. In December 2017, the actor and the cricketer tied the knot in Italy. There were no leaks, no rumours and zero media buzz. When the wedding pictures dropped, the country was stunned. Even eight years later, the Anushka-Virat wedding is remembered as a turning point. It proved that even the biggest stars could keep their most personal moments private. Filmmaker Karan Johar recently revisited that moment and explained why the wedding still remains unforgettable.
Karan Johar Calls Anushka Sharma-Virat Kohli’s Wedding ‘Secret Mission’
Karan Johar was speaking during an interview for a wedding wear brand. While talking about how Indian weddings have evolved, he gave full credit to Anushka and Virat. He described their wedding as nothing short of a secret mission.
He said, “The texture and DNA of weddings, especially destination weddings, have changed. I would give absolute credit to the Anushka-Virat wedding. I remember the whole country woke up to this wedding no one knew was happening. It was a covert operation almost. There wasn’t even a single hint that something like this was going to happen. From her wedding walk to this location, and just them, everybody fell in love.”
After that moment, several celebrities began opting for intimate ceremonies with tight security and limited guest lists.
Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli got married on December 11, 2017, after dating for four years. Since then, their journey has continued to draw admiration. They welcomed their daughter Vamika in 2021. In 2024, they became parents again with the birth of their son Akaay. The family now lives largely in London. They prefer a quieter life away from constant public attention, especially for the sake of their children.
Filmmaker’s Shocking Confession On Attending Shaadis
During the same conversation, Karan Johar also made a surprising personal confession. He spoke about his discomfort at wedding functions. His honesty left many amused.
He said, “I have never eaten at a wedding. These long queues and standing in line for food… I also feel very awkward standing with a plate and eating. I never eat at weddings.”
Karan recently hosted a lavish wedding himself. He was in charge of the celebrations for US billionaire Rama Raju Mantena’s daughter, Netra Mantena, who married Vamsi Gadiraju in Udaipur. The event was nothing short of grand.
Bollywood stars like Ranveer Singh, Varun Dhawan, Shahid Kapoor and Madhuri Dixit performed at the wedding. International pop star Jennifer Lopez also took the stage, turning the event into a spectacle.
