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IIE DIGITAL DESK : Bengaluru, May 7, 2026: The visit by celebrity couple Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma to a popular Bengaluru eatery led to massive traffic congestion outside the establishment, prompting police intervention and a formal warning to the restaurant management, according to statements shared by the eatery owner.

The incident reportedly took place at a well-known local restaurant frequented by several Bollywood and sports personalities. The owner revealed that the couple’s visit attracted an unexpectedly large crowd, with fans gathering in huge numbers outside the premises. The situation escalated to the point where nearby roads became heavily congested, resulting in a traffic jam that disrupted normal vehicular movement in the area.

The restaurant management, prior information had been received about the couple’s visit through local references handling VIP movement. However, despite precautionary measures, the crowd grew rapidly once news of their arrival spread, leading to a chaotic situation outside the venue. At one point, traffic was completely halted, and vehicles were unable to pass through the stretch as fans gathered to catch a glimpse of the celebrity couple.

Police officials subsequently stepped in to manage the situation and restore order. Following the incident, authorities reportedly issued a warning to the restaurant management, advising them to inform law enforcement in advance whenever high-profile guests are expected in the future. The warning was intended to prevent similar public disturbances and ensure proper crowd control measures are in place.

The restaurant owner acknowledged the advisory and stated that they were not fully aware of the scale of disruption that such celebrity visits could generate. He added that while the experience of hosting the couple was positive, the resulting crowd situation highlighted the need for better coordination with authorities.

The Bengaluru eatery has previously been visited by several high-profile personalities, and incidents of crowd surges have been reported in the past due to the popularity of the couple, particularly Kohli, who enjoys massive fan following in the city due to his association with Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

No injuries were reported in the incident, but the episode once again highlighted the challenges of managing celebrity appearances in public spaces where fan gatherings can quickly spiral into crowd control issues.