Bollywood celebrities Shah Rukh Khan and allu arjun are already less popular than cricket players virat kohli and MS Dhoni. As per the 2024 evaluation by Hansa Research, cricket players continue to have a dominant position in terms of popularity and sponsorships. Even sachin tendulkar is performing well, but virat kohli leads the pack, followed by MS Dhoni. Given that kohli reportedly earns ₹14 crore for every social media post, cricket has a stronger relationship with its fans than any bollywood film. Leadership: Due to his laid-back disposition, Dhoni's leadership also works in his favor.

Since their fame is derived from more than just their cricket accomplishments, kohli and Dhoni's appeal goes beyond the game. One reason why cricket players have a stronger emotional link than movie stars is because of their personal lives, particularly the romance between anushka sharma and kohli, which puts them in the spotlight. bollywood is still significant, but cricket is a cultural phenomenon that evokes strong emotions. Currently, cricket is still the most popular sport in the nation, but as regional films and horror flicks gain popularity, they may soon overtake cricket.
 

Indian cricket is strong, as seen by the preference for virat kohli and ms dhoni over Shah Rukh Khan and other bollywood stars. All of these factors combine to elevate cricket beyond other forms of entertainment and elevate it to the pinnacle of indian culture.
 
 
 

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