Indian Film Industry Celebrates Vinesh Phogat’s Historic Olympic Achievement

As Vinesh Phogat made history by becoming India's first female wrestler to qualify for an Olympic final, the Indian film industry has showered her with praise and congratulations. The 29-year-old wrestler has inspired the nation with her remarkable performances and relentless determination.

Ayushmann Khurana also praised Vinesh on his Instagram Stories, posting about her emotional victory. He shared, "Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat couldn't stop crying after her win from the unbeatable world No.1 champion," and added a National Flag emoji to show his support.

Actor RajKummar Rao took to Instagram to celebrate Phogat’s achievement, sharing a picture of the wrestler and writing, "And we are in the finals. It was such a joy watching you play live. You are the pride of our nation, @vineshphogat. Good luck for the finals. Our prayers are with you."

Kunal Kemmu expressed his pride on social media, stating, "What a champ. Ufff. Sooooooo Proud!!!" His wife, actress Soha Ali Khan, who also witnessed the historic match, shared her excitement, writing, "First Indian woman to reach an Olympic wrestling final @vineshphogat!!!!! Soooo proud!!!!"

Vinesh Phogat's journey to the final has been nothing short of extraordinary. In the quarter-finals, she faced Tokyo 2020 champion Yui Susaki of Japan. Despite trailing 1-0 after the first period, Phogat made a stunning comeback in the second period, eventually winning 3-2 and handing Susaki her first defeat in 82 international matches.

In the semi-finals, Vinesh took an early lead against Ukraine's Oksana Livach, finishing the first period 2-0 ahead. Although Livach put up a strong fight in the second period, Phogat’s resilience and skill secured her a place in the final.

Vinesh Phogat is set to compete against USA's Ann Sarah Hildebrant in the final on Wednesday, August 7. The entire nation, along with the Indian film industry, is rooting for her as she aims to achieve another historic milestone in Olympic wrestling.