Virat Kohli and Punjabi singer Karan Aujla shared a memorable moment at the grand One8 event in New Delhi, with the former India captain revealing the deeply personal reason why Aujla’s hit song Winning Speech means so much to him.
The evening saw Kohli join Aujla on stage as the singer performed one of his most popular tracks. Videos of the duo dancing together quickly went viral on social media, delighting fans of both stars.
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During an on-stage interaction, Kohli revealed that he had admired Aujla’s music long before the two became friends. The cricket icon praised the singer for writing songs that reflect his personal journey and life experiences.
“You write songs from the heart, and it shows. You represent your story, which is quite special,” Kohli said.
The former India captain then singled out Winning Speech as the song he relates to the most. Explaining the emotional connection, Kohli said the track reminds him of his own life journey and the challenges he faced after losing his father at a young age.
“It explains the journey he has been through, and I have felt a bit of similarity in it with my journey as well. I also lost my dad when I was pretty young. So, that song is quite special for me,” Kohli said.
The batting superstar added that he has often listened to the song before important matches, drawing inspiration from its message and emotions.
Apart from discussing music, Kohli also spoke about the future of his One8 Commune venture. He expressed hope that the brand would continue to grow beyond his own identity and become a lasting legacy.
However, it was his heartfelt tribute to his father and the emotional significance of Winning Speech that became the highlight of the evening, offering fans a rare glimpse into the personal side of one of cricket’s biggest icons.
