Actor Aamir Khan recently video-called Vinesh Phogat after her return from the Paris 2024 Olympics. The Indian wrestler made history with her semifinal win last month but was disqualified from the finals for being overweight in the women’s 50 kg freestyle wrestling.
Aamir video called Phogat to offer his heartfelt congratulations on her remarkable journey in the Olympics 2024. A picture from the video call has gone viral on social media with the actor’s fan pages sharing the same.
The viral picture features former wrestler Kripa Shankar, who also mentored the actors of ‘Dangal.’ Vinesh Phogat appears visibly elated and touched by the sweet gesture of the ‘Taare Zameen Par’ actor.
After facing disqualification at the Olympics, Phogat also appealed against IOC (International Olympic Committee) and United World Wrestling (UWW) ’s decision in the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). However, her efforts ended in futility with the CAS dismissing her plea after a week-long hearing.
In the aftermath of her heartbreaking disqualification, the wrestler also announced her international retirement. Phogat penned a long note with her fans on her social media handles before her return and shared her emotions.
