Champion Speaks: How Anushka Sharma changed Virat Kohli's food choices

Why did Virat Kohli become a vegetarian?

In a 2020 interview with Vogue, Virat spoke about Anushka’s influence on his life and food choices. He said Anushka’s love for animals changed his view on eating meat. Virat said he became a vegetarian for health reasons and later called it the “best decision” he ever made.

What about Anushka Sharma’s vegetarian journey and food stories?

Anushka turned vegetarian in 2015. In a 2017 interview with Elle India, she said, “It was difficult for me to turn vegetarian, but it was a conscious choice I made.” She added, “My love for animals and spiritual reasons brought on this lifestyle change.”

How did Anushka Sharma’s vegetarian journey help her health?

She also said the shift helped her health. “I’ve noticed that since I’ve switched to vegetarianism, I don’t fall sick as often. Also, I’ve become more conscious about the environment. I want to set the right kind of example as a human being,” she said.

How did Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma maintain their diet during travel?

Their food choices have followed them on their travels. A 2023 Vogue profile said the couple enjoyed Tendril in London, where their favorite dishes included Chinatown purple potatoes, carrot with tahini and pomegranate salad, Nduja squash tostada, and cauliflower moilee with pita bread.

How did Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma celebrate their anniversary dinner?

Chef Harsh Dixit told The Hollywood Reporter India that he once made pho for their anniversary dinner. “There’s chicken and beef in the broth. But they were eating gluten-free at the time, so we went with rice noodles, which are traditional in Pho and gluten-free,” he said. He also served snake gourd as playful “snakes” for the vegan meal.

What are Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma's favourite food spots?

In 2022, Anushka found Delhi-style chole bhature for Virat at Delhi Se in Mumbai. The Indian Express reported that her post gave the struggling restaurant new attention. Pinkvilla Biz later reported that fans blocked the road when the couple visited Bengaluru’s CTR, one of Anushka’s favorite college-day spots.