Siddharth Batra

Dec 212017
 

Here’s the thing: the wedding is over, and the bride and groom are (officially) married. Basically, Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma aren’t ‘bride and groom’ anymore. But while their wedding was celebrated (and covered with much fanfare), their wedding reception tonight at the Taj Diplomatic Enclave, New Delhi is something all of us are looking out for. The venue, also touted as one of the most expensive venues in the capital, of course, was the ultimate choice for the A-list couple’s first reception in the country.

Royal Wedding Today nine days complete for Virushka wedding. #virat #kohli #anushka #sharma #vk #cheeku #anu #nuskie #virushka #virushkaforever #viirushkaislife #virushkaisworld #virushkaslays #virushkalove #virushkafanpage #virushkafanpages #bestcouple #cricket #cricketer #bollywood #superstar #handsome #hunk #beauty #queen #virushkakishaadi #VirushkaKiWedding #virushkawedding

A post shared by Virat Kohli (@viratkohli.b) on Dec 21, 2017 at 3:54am PST

But while the media waits with bated breath (for that first, big image), and the guests rush to the venue and show to the world, that they’re obviously much more priveleged than us, here are 5 big things that are confirmed about the couple’s wedding reception till now!

And the reception album starts from here 😋😋😋. #virushka

A post shared by virat kohli fanpage (@viratkohli_the_best) on Dec 21, 2017 at 6:35am PST

1. According to sources, close to 700 guests will be attending the highly secured wedding reception of the power couple. In fact, as per sightings, the entire area around the banquet hall (where the reception is taking place) has been cordoned off by close to 200 security personnel.

Lovers… Couples â?¤ï¸?â?¤ï¸? #virat #kohli #anushka #sharma #vk #cheeku #anu #nuskie #virushka #virushkaforever #viirushkaislife #virushkaisworld #virushkaslays #virushkalove #virushkafanpage #virushkafanpages #bestcouple #cricket #cricketer #bollywood #superstar #handsome #hunk #beauty #queen #virushkakishaadi #VirushkaKiWedding #virushkawedding

A post shared by Virat Kohli (@viratkohli.b) on Dec 21, 2017 at 6:09am PST

2. Of course, as speculated, Narendra Modi would be attending the reception and blessing the couple in his absolute #Namo spirit. Of course, he had to be there for the couple’s accha din!

#Virushka submitting their Aadhaar cards & KYC forms to Modiji directly

A post shared by Atul Khatri (@one_by_two) on Dec 20, 2017 at 7:17am PST

3. The decor partners for Virushka’s wedding in Italy, Devika Narain and Company would be once again doing their thing for their wedding reception tonight. Can’t wait to see the magic!

#EXCLUSIVE: Once again, @devikanarainandcompany have been chosen to do the decor for #Virushka’s wedding reception in New Delhi tonight 🌟ðŸ‘?🎉

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4. Since, the celebration is expecting a lot of VIP movement (of course), the entire venue has been supremely secured by the SPG forces. AKA the Special Protection Group!

Good evening Viratians�✌�#virushka

A post shared by Virat Kohli (@viratkohli18.insta) on Dec 21, 2017 at 5:25am PST

5. Lastly, besides Modi, Arun Jaitley is expected to make an entry as well. 

Dec 122017
 

You’d say that weddings call for effort. And a photographer, prolific designers and something called as ‘sanskaars’ in public. While you’re right, some pure and pious Instagram-ing is absolutely necessary too. At least in the age of something known as a ‘social media’ influencer. Because nothing, we repeat nothing, can beat the joy of viewing live updates, as opposed to re-touched, professionally-shot images of an event way later. 

Let’s begin with the most important Instagrams first—the pheras, mehendi and everything between…

This video 📹 is so beautiful. Every girl dreams to walk this path one day for the man she loves. Don’t miss the last part, the way Virat holds her hands ðŸ˜?. Follow 👉 @InstantBollywood for more updates from Virushka’s wedding. . Song : Famous Punjabi Wedding Song Din Shahna Da – This version is sung by Jasleen Royal. . #Instantbollywood #bollywood #viratkohli #anushkasharma #virushka

A post shared by Instant Bollywood (@instantbollywood) on Dec 11, 2017 at 12:19pm PST

And she leaves happily with the love of her life. Such a beautiful pic. Follow 👉 @InstantBollywood for more updates from Virushka’s wedding. . . #instabollywood #instantbollywood #viratkohli #anushkasharma #virushka

A post shared by Instant Bollywood (@instantbollywood) on Dec 11, 2017 at 10:44pm PST

It seems like it rained in Tuscany, Italy. But it did not stop the celebrations. Beautiful Pic from their Mehendi. @instantbollywood �� �� �� . . . #viratkohli #anushkasharma #virushka #instantbollywood #bollywood

A post shared by Instant Bollywood (@instantbollywood) on Dec 11, 2017 at 10:39am PST

Watch Video 📹 : How sweet Virushka’s engagement ceremony. Follow 👉 @InstantBollywood for more updates from their wedding â?¤â?¤â?¤ . . #virushka #viratkohli #anushkasharma #instabollywood #bollywood

A post shared by Instant Bollywood (@instantbollywood) on Dec 11, 2017 at 9:11am PST

What’s a wedding without friends and family. Follow 👉 @InstantBollywood for more updates from Virushka’s wedding. . . #instabollywood #instantbollywood #viratkohli #anushkasharma #virushka

A post shared by Instant Bollywood (@instantbollywood) on Dec 11, 2017 at 8:48am PST

Moving on to a crucial picture of Anushka with her parents…

virat kohli©Anshai Lal

And up next, Virat in 3 supremely happy pictures with his homeboys…

#SabyasachiGroom, @virat.kohli with his #homeboys at his (very) private wedding celebrations in Italy⚡�💪�👩�?🚒#viratkohli #anushkasharma

A post shared by MENSXP (@mensxpofficial) on Dec 11, 2017 at 10:17am PST

And saving the last for the least, here’s the most important viral video from Virushka’s Mehendi celebrations— the only Instagram superzoom that matters right now…

Cuteness! Virat (@virat.kohli)& Anushka (@anushkasharma) having the meal together during their mehendi ceremony! @glamouralertofficial * * * #ViratKohli #AnushkaSharma #Virushka #LoveBirds #Married #Marriage #NewlyMarried #Wedding #Cute #Love #Traditional #Tradition #GlamourAlert

A post shared by Glamour Alert (@glamouralertofficial) on Dec 11, 2017 at 11:16pm PST

Thanks for existing, Instagram. Love you loads. 

Jun 242017
 

The next time you’re hoping for sex over Tinder, Pahlaj Nihalani might come running for you. Reason being, your bedtime stories are now at the whip of the Indian movie censor board. As quoted to Indian Express in an interview recently—the chairperson of the Central Board of Film Certification has cited his displeasure over the usage of the word ‘intercourse’ in the second promo of ‘Jab Harry Met Sejal’. Why? Because apparently—Indian families are not in favour of their kids knowing the meaning of the word ‘intercourse’. These are not my words, but of sanskari, Mr. Nihalani.

TBH: I’m wondering if I’m even sitting in 2017 and if, sex education is a prevelant reality in India…

2017 Elections: 1 Lakh Votes On 'Intercourse' Will Make SRK And Anushka Sharma Win At The Movies©Indian Express

In the second promo of the movie, ‘Jab Harry Met Sejal’—Anushka Sharma uses the word ‘intercourse’ in a discussion with Shah Rukh Khan. In order for JHMS to attain a U/A certificate, they might have to do away with the ‘highly inappropriate’ word. But wait, that’s not what’s funny!

2017 Elections: 1 Lakh Votes On 'Intercourse' Will Make SRK And Anushka Sharma Win At The Movies©Jackace

If reports are to be believed, Mr. Nihalani is ready to change his mind over this issue if 1 lakh Indians vote in favour of it. Not sure if this joke is off ‘The Kapil Sharma Show’ or another example of ‘easier said than done’. All I know is, I couldn’t care less.

Jun 242017
 

Yes, this happened and we didn’t see this coming. Rapper and the only time we liked bleached hair—Eminem has now fallen prey to the ‘stache. But umm…maybe in the wrong season. Making an appearance at the premiere of HBO’s ‘The Defiant Ones’, the American artist/record producer/actor gave the globe a facial hair shocker. As an appalling change from his signature look of the 2000s, here’s affirmation that when it comes to his grooming habits, the rapper’s really not afraid. 

Eminem Appears With Unwanted Hair On His Face And I Don't Know If It's A Beard©Popsugar

The biggest surprise here: the mug has caught his fancy in the summer months. While lesser mortals like me, are shaving every part of our bodies (to keep pace with the sun), rapper gods are celebrating #BeardReadySummer. Here’s another image of toddler-faced, Marshall Mathers AKA Eminem sporting his uncalled-for hair…

Just a couple of guys from Compton and one from Detroit. With a beard. #thedefiantones

A post shared by Marshall Mathers (@eminem) on Jun 23, 2017 at 12:53pm PDT

Our verdict: We’re a bag of mixed feelings. Most primarily, because the beard contouring is doing nothing for his face—neither uplifting his cheekbones nor rendering an image of a scruffy, forced-upon Greek god.