RCB IPL Final 2025: Bollywood Celebrities Shower Praise on Virat Kohli and Team RCB After Historic Win
The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) finally broke their 18-year-long title drought by winning their first-ever IPL championship in the 18th season of the tournament. The thrilling final saw RCB triumph over Punjab Kings (PBKS), marking a landmark moment not just for the team, but also for their loyal fanbase. As the celebrations erupted across the country, Bollywood celebrities joined in to congratulate the team and its talismanic leader, Virat Kohli.
Actor Aamir Khan led the accolades, calling Kohli a "perfectionist" and praising his dedication and leadership. The emotional weight of the win, especially for Kohli—who has been part of the franchise since the inaugural IPL season—resonated with fans and celebrities alike.
Actor Ranveer Singh posted a nostalgic photo of Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers with the caption, "This is everything." He also shared a video of Kohli getting visibly emotional after the match, writing "One club player," highlighting Kohli’s loyalty to the RCB franchise.
Veteran actor Ajay Devgn also expressed his joy on Instagram, sharing a poster of the RCB team and writing, "Been watching and supporting for many years... Finally RCB creates history. Congratulations @virat.kohli and the entire @royalchallengers.bengaluru team."
Several other Bollywood stars joined the celebration. Actor Kartik Aaryan posted a video of Kohli's emotional moment and captioned it, "Finally jersey number 18. After 18 years. Congratulations, GOAT @virat.kohli."
Vicky Kaushal took to Instagram to share a heartfelt reaction. He first posted the number "18" with an emotional face, red heart, and trophy emoji. Later, he shared a photo collage of Virat Kohli and wrote, "This moment should have come much sooner for this man who gave his all for the game! @virat.kohli #18." He also congratulated the entire RCB team on their long-awaited victory.
Actor Arjun Kapoor also extended his wishes, celebrating the team’s perseverance and Kohli’s unwavering commitment.
The wave of love from Bollywood has added a glitzy touch to RCB’s historic win, proving once again that cricket in India is more than just a sport—it's an emotion shared by millions, including some of the country’s biggest stars.