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Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Who is Karishma Kotak? Meet actor who got proposed to on live TV by WCL owner
Bigg Boss 6 contestant and anchor Karishma Kotak has been getting attention on social media after being proposed to live on camera by Harshit Tomar, the owner of the World Championship of Legends (WCL) tournament. The moment has piqued everyone's interest in her, and we're here to give you the lowdown. WCL owner Harshit Tomar proposed Karishma Kotak after the WCL Final. What happened The WCL 2025 ended with AB de Villiers capping off the tournament, smashing his third century (120 off just 60 balls) to power South Africa Champions to a nine-wicket win over Pakistan Champions in the final at Edgbaston, UK, on Sunday. The most jaw-dropping moment of the evening didn't happen on the field, though. It was post-match, when the unexpected happened. Harshit Tomar, the owner of WCL, was being interviewed by anchor Karishma Kotak when, right at the end of the segment, she asked him how he planned to celebrate the successful conclusion of the tournament. To which, Tomar replied, 'Probably once this is over, I'm going to propose to you.' Karishma was stunned by the comment, which was made live on air. Caught off guard, she responded 'Oh my god' going on to regain her composure and switching back to her role as presenter. Wondering who she is? Let's spill the tea. Karishma hails from London Born to a Gujarati father and East African mother, Karishma was raised in London. She has a younger brother, Sunny. She began her modelling career at the age of 16. Her big break came when she was featured on the 2006 Kingfisher Calendar. When it comes to education, she has pursued a Bachelor of Arts in Advertising and Marketing. Karishma's route to showbiz After gaining recognition for the calendar shoot, Karishma went on to feature in several advertisements such as Dove, Pond's, Wella Hair Colour, Titan, Xylus and Tanishq. She became popular after her stint in Bigg Boss 6. However, she had to make an emergency exit after four weeks due to her father's demise. She also worked on a Punjabi film, Kaptaan in 2016. She starred opposite Arbaaz Khan in Freaky Ali. Career in TV anchoring Later, she entered the sports world as a presenter when she hosted Extraaa Innings during IPL 6. Since then, she has been steady with her gig as an anchor. In many interviews in the past, Karishma credited Mandira Bedi for inspiring her to take the path of a sports presenter on TV. Past relationships During her stay in the Bigg Boss, it was revealed that she used to date co-contestant and model Niketan Madhok once. The past romance came out in the open during a task. Later, in an interview with Hindustan Times, she said that it's a 'very old closed chapter that lasted for a couple of months only'. There were also rumours that she is dating actor Karan Wahi. But they were never confirmed. Karishma Kotak's lifestyle Karishma's Instagram profile gives us a glimpse into her personal life, showcasing her love for travel and her frequent stays in London. She is known to have a taste for luxury, with reports suggesting she owns an Audi Q7 and a BMW X5. Apart from her glamorous life, Karishma is also an animal lover and shares her life with a pet dog.
India.com
03-08-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
WCL Owner Harshit Tomar Stuns Presenter Karishma Kotak With Live TV Proposal: WATCH
The 2025 World Championship of Legends (WCL) Final had an unexpected moment off the field when WCL owner Harshit Tomar made a surprising statement to anchor Karishma Kotak during a live post-match interview. When Kotak asked Tomar about his celebrations after the tournament's conclusion, he replied with a smile, 'I'm going to propose to you.' The remark left Kotak momentarily stunned as she responded, 'Oh my God!' before quickly regaining her composure and continuing with the segment. WCL owner proposing Anchor on live after SA became champions _ — Div_ (@div_yumm) August 2, 2025 Mixed Reactions Online The exchange immediately went viral on social media. Many viewers expressed amusement, while others felt the comment was inappropriate in a professional setting and may have placed Kotak in an awkward position. Tomar Shares Photo With Kotak Just hours later, Tomar posted a photo with Karishma Kotak on his social media account, captioning it with a single heart emoji. The picture fueled further speculation among fans, with some suggesting the comment might have been light-hearted or even personal. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Harshit Tomar (@harshittomar) WCL Final Highlights The incident overshadowed a dominant performance by South Africa Champions, who defeated Pakistan Champions by nine wickets in the WCL 2025 final at Edgbaston. AB de Villiers led the charge with a stunning unbeaten 120 off 60 balls, featuring 12 fours and 7 sixes. Social Media Buzz Clips of the interaction between Tomar and Kotak have been widely shared online, sparking debates about professionalism and on-air boundaries. Neither Kotak nor Tomar has publicly commented further on the matter, leaving fans speculating about the nature of their relationship.
India.com
03-08-2025
- Politics
- India.com
After losing WCL Final to South Africa, Pakistan team banned from playing this league due to...
After losing WCL Final to South Africa, Pakistan team banned from playing this league due to... New Delhi: The Pakistan Cricket Board has imposed a complete ban on future participation in the World Championship of Legends, citing biased behavior by the tournament organizers. The ban comes after the Indian champion team did not play in the league match apart from the semi-final against Pakistan. Let us tell you that the relations between the two countries have become bitter since the Pahalgam attack. Criticism of the decision to give points to Pakistan The PCB also criticized the decision of the World Championship of Legends, in which it awarded points to the team that cancelled the match — both teams had shared the points when India refused to play with Pakistan in the group match and said that it was full of hypocrisy and bias. Questions raised on political interference The board also questioned the selective use of the principle of peace through sports and accused the organisers of interfering with political views and commercial interests in the tournament. The statement came after the 79th Board of Governors meeting of the PCB, held virtually under the chairmanship of Mohsin Naqvi. PCB's tough stand The Pakistan team will not play in the WCL in the future. PCB said in a statement, 'The cancellation of WCL matches was not done on the basis of cricketing merit, but to promote a specific nationalistic principle. This sends an unacceptable message to the international sports community. We cannot allow our players to be a part of events where sportsmanship comes under the influence of partisan politics, which undermines the basic essence of sportsmanship and gentlemanly sport.' WCL's apology termed ridiculous After India withdrew from the match against Pakistan Champions, WCL had apologized for hurting sentiments. The statement further said, 'WCL's apology for hurting sentiments, even if ridiculous, inadvertently admits that the cancellation was not based on cricketing merit, but on bowing to a specific nationalistic thinking. This prejudice in the name of sensitivity is unacceptable to the international sports community.' Protecting the spirit of sportsmanship Reiterating its commitment to global cricket and healthy rivalry, the board said it will not allow its players to participate in tournaments that undermine the spirit of sportsmanship.
Hindustan Times
03-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
WCL owner tells anchor Karishma Kotak 'I'm going to propose to you' on live TV, shares picture with her few hours later
AB de Villiers capped off a sensational tournament with a third century in the World Championship of Legends 2025, slamming 120 off just 60 balls to power South Africa Champions to a thumping nine-wicket win over Pakistan Champions in the final at Edgbaston, Birmingham, on Sunday. Chasing 196, the Proteas legends crossed the finish line in just 16.5 overs, with de Villiers smashing 12 fours and 7 sixes in a vintage onslaught. Harshit Tomar (L) talks to Karishma Kotal after WCL Final(X) He stitched partnerships of 72 with Hashim Amla (18 off 14) and an unbeaten 125 with Jean-Paul Duminy (50* off 28) to seal the title with ease. Sharjeel Khan's 76 off 44 had earlier lifted Pakistan Champions to a competitive 195/5, but de Villiers's ruthless assault turned the final into a one-sided affair. However, it was in the post-match presentation that the most unexpected moment of the evening unfolded. Harshit Tomar, the owner of WCL, was being interviewed by anchor Karishma Kotak when, right at the end of the segment, she asked him how he planned to celebrate the successful conclusion of the tournament. Without batting an eye, Tomar replied, 'Probably once this is over, I'm going to propose to you.' The comment, made live on air, visibly stunned Kotak. Caught off guard, she let out an 'Oh my god' before quickly regaining her composure and switching back to her role as presenter. The abruptness of the moment set social media alight, with many viewers calling the exchange awkward and uncomfortable. Some fans criticised Tomar's bluntness, saying it risked putting Kotak in a difficult spot during a live telecast. Tomar, however, appeared unfazed by the chatter. Soon after the incident, he shared a picture of himself with Kotak on social media, captioned with a heart emoji. A WCL team member also commented 'touchwood' on the post, suggesting that the two may share a rapport that viewers aren't privy to. While de Villiers and his team lifted the trophy, the interaction between Tomar and Kotak also saw significant chatter on social media platforms. While de Villiers' prowess with the bat was a major talking point of the tournament, it was also caught in controversy when the India Champions team called off its match against Pakistan Champions twice – including the one in the semi-finals.
