Virat Kohli’s official Instagram account is visible again after briefly disappearing from the mobile app in the early hours of Thursday, leaving fans wondering whether the batting star had deactivated his profile or if Meta had removed it.

Kohli’s handle, @virat.kohli, which has more than 275 million followers, could not be found on Instagram search earlier in the day. Users attempting to access the account were unable to locate it, triggering widespread speculation on social media.

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The brief outage led to a flurry of reactions from fans, many of whom questioned whether Kohli had voluntarily taken down his account. Others speculated about a possible technical issue on Instagram’s side.

By mid-morning, the account had reappeared and was functioning normally. Meta has not issued a statement on the temporary disappearance. On Instagram, Kohli's recent posts showcased his personal life, fitness routines, and brand endorsements, including a promotional video for Dubai tourism and a logo reveal for his brand, one8.

Kohli’s Instagram presence is among the largest globally, making the temporary disappearance more noticeable. His posts routinely attract millions of interactions, and his account is a key platform for both personal updates and brand partnerships.