NEW DELHI, January 30, 2026
Virat Kohli’s Instagram Vanishes, Sparking Fan Frenzy
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The Indian cricket star’s account disappeared from searches Friday, leaving millions of followers wondering what happened.
- Virat Kohli’s Instagram account,boasting over 270 million followers,became inaccessible on January 30.
- His brother, Vikas Kohli’s, Instagram profile also disappeared from search results around the same time.
- Speculation ranges from a technical glitch to a coordinated event, fueled by cryptic posts from fellow cricketers.
Instagram went quiet for Virat Kohli fans, and the silence spoke volumes. The celebrated cricketer’s account vanished from the platform on January 30, sending a wave of concern and confusion through his massive online following.the sudden disappearance of a digital hub for updates,personal glimpses,and brand collaborations has left many asking: were did Kohli go?
What’s happening with Kohli’s Account?
Early Friday morning,users attempting to find Kohli’s verified Instagram account were met with a stark message: “Profile isn’t available.” The account, followed by more than 270 million users, simply ceased to appear in searches. Adding to the mystery, the Instagram profile of Kohli’s brother, Vikas Kohli, also became inaccessible, displaying the same “profile isn’t available” notification.
Neither Kohli, his representatives, nor Instagram have offered an clarification for the vanishing act, leaving fans to speculate about a potential technical issue, a deliberate removal, or a temporary glitch.
The internet quickly erupted with reactions,ranging from worried inquiries to lighthearted memes. Fans flooded the comment sections of Kohli’s wife,Anushka Sharma’s,Instagram posts,asking “Bhaabhi,bhaiya ka account kahan gaya?”-roughly translating to “Where has brother’s account gone?”
The situation even sparked comparisons to the recent viral “missing penguin” trend,where internet users playfully lamented the unexplained disappearance of a penguin from online spaces. Posts joked that 2026 was becoming a year of unexplained vanishings, pairing screenshots of Kohli’s unavailable profile with images of the penguin.
Adding fuel to the fire, Rohit Sharma, captain of the Indian cricket team, posted a cryptic Instagram Story a day earlier hinting at a “big announcement.” The brief message left fans wondering if it was a teaser for a team update, a personal milestone, or a brand collaboration.
Kohli Remains Active Elsewhere
Despite the Instagram mystery, Kohli remains active on othre platforms. His X account is still accessible,and there’s no indication the Instagram issue has impacted his professional commitments. The 37-year-old recently returned to London after a triumphant ODI series against New zealand and is preparing for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) season with Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
Kohli has been in notable form in ODIs, scoring 616 runs in nine matches since returning to competitive cricket in October after a four-month break, including three centuries. He briefly topped the ICC ODI batting rankings before being overtaken this month by new Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell.
