Mumbai, April 17: Indian cricket star Virat Kohli has once again become the center of social media attention after an alleged Instagram “like” on a post by South African model and influencer LizLaz triggered a wave of online reactions.
Screenshots circulating on social media appeared to show Kohli liking a post shared by the influencer, quickly prompting memes, jokes, and speculation among fans. The interaction soon went viral, making LizLaz trend across social media platforms.
LizLaz, a German-South African influencer known for travel and lifestyle content, gained sudden online attention as fans began searching for her profile following the viral interaction.
Social media users responded with humorous comments, while others compared the incident to a previous online buzz involving Kohli’s Instagram activity. Despite the speculation, there has been no official statement from Kohli regarding the viral posts.
The incident highlights how even minor social media actions by high-profile celebrities can rapidly turn into trending discussions online, especially when involving personalities with large fan followings.