Actress Esha Gupta created a buzz by calling Indian cricket heroes Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma “maniacs.” She made the remark during her recent interview, while promoting a new song, ‘Maniac,’ from Honey Singh’s album ‘Glory.’
The usage of the term “maniacs” was positive, accentuating the passion and commitment that the duo displays for cricket.
Background: ICC Champions Trophy 2025 triump
The Indian cricket team recently created history by winning the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 title, a feat that has been welcomed throughout the country. The performance of the team has been described as outstanding, with players such as Virat and Rohit receiving universal praise for their efforts. Virat, especially, was appreciated for his century in a decisive game against Pakistan, which many fans welcomed by using Esha Gupta’s song ‘Maniac’ in social media videos.
Esha Gupta’s statement
In an interview with Filmygyan, Esha was told about how fans have utilized her song “Maniac” to hail Virat’s performance in the Champions Trophy 2025. Her response was one of joy, as she praised the cricket team and its players. She said, “Virat and Rohit are the perfect maniacs of our cricket team.” This was not intended to be a derogatory remark but a reflection of their complete dedication and love for the game.
Esha went on to reveal that she feels emotional seeing Virat play, often to the point where she would cry. She based this emotional attachment on the fact that they are from the same generation and have developed with the public’s perception. Her admiration for the team was genuine in nature, highlighting the fact that the moment was well earned and that a song such as ‘Maniac’ was appropriate for celebrating Virat’s success.
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The role of ‘Maniac’
‘Maniacs’ here signifies the incessant passion and zeal that Virat and Rohit have for the game. It speaks of how they are able to play under pressure and pursue excellence relentlessly. Esha’s reference to this term is an acknowledgment of the respect and admiration she has for these cricketing icons.
Maniac’ is Esha’s come-back song after her break from the entertainment world. She was grateful to get the opportunity and said that she couldn’t have asked for a better return. The connection with Virat’s performance has also increased the popularity and reach of the song even more.
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