Birthday special: Virat Kohli’s endorsement fee higher than Shah Rukh’s? Check amount

New Delhi: When we talk about brand endorsements and advertisements, Bollywood celebrities are usually the first to come to mind. It is widely said that film stars demand the highest fees for promotions. However, the reality is quite different. You may be surprised to know that cricketer Virat Kohli, husband of Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma, is one of India’s most valuable celebrity endorsers. Yes, you read that right!

According to a report on indiatimes.com, quoting TOI, Virat charges between Rs 7.5 crore to Rs 10 crore per brand endorsement. Whoa! That’s massive, isn’t it? This reportedly places him above or on par with big screen stars like Shah Rukh Khan and Ranveer Singh.

Interestingly, Virat also enjoys enormous popularity on social media. His Instagram account boasts more than 270 million followers, making him one of the most loved personalities on the popular photo-sharing platform. And, he makes the best use of his online presence too. The media outlet further noted that Virat charges Rs 11.45 crore per Instagram post for endorsements.

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The former Indian cricket team captain turned 36 on Tuesday (November 5, 2024), spreading joy among his fans. The right-handed batsman is considered one of the greatest of all time. Virat was honoured with the Padma Shri in 2017 by the Government of India. He currently holds the record for scoring the most centuries in ODI cricket.

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It is believed that Virat and Anushka began dating in 2013. The much-in-love couple tied the knot in Italy on December 11, 2017. They are blessed with a daughter named Vamika and a son named Akaay.

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