- Sunday, March 30, 2025
By: Vibhuti Pathak
Turkish actor Cavit Cetin Guner has unexpectedly found himself in the spotlight among Indian cricket fans due to his striking resemblance to Virat Kohli. A viral image from the popular Turkish historical drama Dirilis: Ertugrul has left fans stunned, with many humorously speculating that the cricketer has made his television debut.
On Monday (24), a Reddit user posted a screenshot from Dirilis: Ertugrul featuring Cavit Cetin Guner, pointing out his uncanny resemblance to Virat Kohli. The caption humorously read, “Anushka Sharma’s husband TV show debut,” sparking a wave of reactions across social media platforms.
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Fans were quick to share their amusement, with some finding the similarity almost “scary.” The post instantly gained traction, and comments flooded in with lighthearted banter.
One Reddit user wrote, “What’s more hilarious is that Anushka will still not recognize him because of Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi (sic),” referencing the Bollywood film where Anushka Sharma’s character fails to recognize her transformed husband. Another fan jokingly exclaimed, “Don’t tell me he is NOT Virat but someone else. Damn.” A third user simply dubbed the Turkish actor as “Turkish Kohli.”
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Cavit Cetin Guner is known for his role in Dirilis: Ertugrul, a Turkish historical fiction series created by Mehmet Bozdag. The show, which aired from 2014 to 2019, follows the life of Ertugrul Bey, played by Engin Altan Duzyatan, who was the father of Osman I, the founder of the Ottoman Empire.
The series gained international fame for its epic storytelling, action sequences, and strong character portrayals. Alongside Engin Altan Duzyatan, the show features actors like Kaan Tasaner and Hulya Darcan in significant roles. Over the years, Dirilis: Ertugrul has developed a global fanbase, particularly in South Asia, where historical dramas have a strong following.
The discovery of Kohli’s lookalike in a foreign TV show has led to widespread amusement among cricket and entertainment fans alike. While some believe the resemblance is purely coincidental, others have joked about potential crossover possibilities, imagining Kohli in a Turkish warrior avatar.
Memes and side-by-side comparisons of Kohli and Guner have flooded social media, with fans having a field day over the unexpected doppelgänger moment. Many have even speculated that Guner’s image could be used in a promotional campaign with Kohli, given the viral attention it has received.
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This isn’t the first time a celebrity doppelgänger has gone viral. Over the years, fans have often discovered lookalikes of Bollywood stars and cricketers in different parts of the world. However, Cavit Cetin Guner’s resemblance to Kohli stands out due to the actor’s distinct styling in Dirilis: Ertugrul, which closely mirrors the cricketer’s rugged look.
While Virat Kohli himself has yet to react to the viral post, fans are eagerly waiting to see if the cricketer will acknowledge his unexpected twin from Turkey.
