Cricket Fans Call Akshay Kumar ‘Panauti’ After India’s Lord’s Loss—Jinx or Joke?
Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar and his wife, author-actor Twinkle Khanna, were spotted at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground on Monday, cheering during Day 5 of the third Test match between India and England. The couple shared the VIP box with former India coach and veteran commentator Ravi Shastri, drawing attention both at the venue and across social media platforms.
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Akshay, dressed stylishly in shades of pink, was seen enjoying the game alongside Twinkle, engaging warmly with Shastri. Viral photos and videos capturing their reactions to key moments of the match quickly spread online, sparking a mix of admiration and playful trolling from cricket fans.
Despite the couple’s high-profile presence, some fans humorously blamed Akshay Kumar as a “panouti”—a superstition suggesting that India tends to lose matches when he is present in the stadium. This light-hearted banter picked up steam after India’s defeat to England, with social media users jokingly pointing fingers at the actor’s “jinx.”
On the other hand, many cricket enthusiasts praised Akshay’s youthful appearance and noted the couple’s positive energy at the game. Their stylish presence provided a stark contrast to recent celebrity sightings at Wimbledon, with fans appreciating the couple’s effortless charm.
Akshay Kumar’s visit to Lord’s added a Bollywood flair to the historic cricket rivalry, highlighting the intersection of India’s love for cinema and cricket.
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