Here’s why ‘Jannat’ actress Sonal Chauhan is going VIRAL on social media |

Move over match scores—Sonal Chauhan is stealing the show this IPL season, and not from a film set but straight from the Wankhede Stadium stands! The Jannat actress, known for her charm and elegance, has unexpectedly become the internet’s new favorite cricket fan.
Stadium to Spotlight
Sonal, 37, has been spotted cheering for her favorite team, Mumbai Indians, during their recent games, and her vibrant presence hasn’t gone unnoticed. In fact, her appearances at the stadium have created a mini internet frenzy, with fans flooding social media with memes, reels, and screenshots of her on the big screen. The best part? She had no idea it was happening until her phone started blowing up!Reacting to all the unexpected buzz, Sonal shared with Hindustan Times that she was genuinely taken by surprise. She had just gone to the stadium to enjoy the match like any other fan and had no clue the cameras had picked her up—until her phone started buzzing with screenshots and memes from friends. The social media attention, she admitted, has been a happy surprise.
Cricket + Glamour = Viral Moment
Turns out, Sonal is a die-hard MI fan and couldn’t have picked a better time to show up. She got to witness Rohit Sharma’s epic comeback live and couldn’t stop praising his effortless game and synergy with teammate Suryakumar Yadav. Their magic on the field had her—and clearly half the internet—hooked.
Not Just a Pretty Frame
While some online chatter hinted at the “male gaze” often discussed during IPL broadcasts, Sonal kept it cool. She brushed aside the objectification angle and pointed out how cameras simply capture what naturally grabs viewers’ attention. After all, who hasn’t seen that viral reel of a guy joking about not getting enough screen time?

Fans Still Manifesting a ‘Jannat’ Sequel
Even as she goes viral for her cricket enthusiasm, fans haven’t forgotten Sonal’s unforgettable on-screen chemistry with Emraan Hashmi in Jannat (2008). The demand for a sequel hasn’t fizzled, and she continues to get messages from fans hoping to see the duo reunite on screen.
From the silver screen to stadium stardom, Sonal Chauhan is proving that sometimes, you don’t need a blockbuster to go viral—just a love for the game, a genuine smile, and a bit of unexpected screen time!