Is Akaay A British Citizen? Anushka-Virat's Son's London Birth Sparks Citizenship Questions
Contrary to speculation, according to a report by Sports Tak, Akaay is not automatically a British citizen by virtue of being born in the UK. The regulations stipulate that at least one parent must be a British citizen or have acquired established status through extended residence for the child to be eligible for British citizenship.
The news of Akaay's birth in a London hospital has sparked curiosity among fans regarding the baby's citizenship. Many wondered whether being born in the United Kingdom would make Virat and Anushka's son a British citizen.
Akaay's Citizenship Status
Contrary to speculation, according to a report by Sports Tak, Akaay is not automatically a British citizen by virtue of being born in the UK. The regulations stipulate that at least one parent must be a British citizen or have acquired established status through extended residence for the child to be eligible for British citizenship.
Citizenship Depends on Parental Status
Anushka Sharma-Virat Kohli Blessed With A Baby Boy/Instagram
Similarly, if the child is born to parents who are British citizens, the child may acquire British citizenship based on how the parents obtained their citizenship.
Despite Virat and Anushka owning a home in London, Akaay is not eligible for British citizenship. However, he will possess a UK passport while being recognised as an Indian citizen.
Is #Akaay a #British citizen? #justasking
¡ª MANOJ MISHRA (@manoj0606mishra) February 21, 2024
Will Akaay become a British citizen, or will he inherit Indian citizenship from his parents? #Akaay #ViratKohli
¡ª Korak Bhai (@KorakRG) February 20, 2024
But ain't "Akaay" born in London?
¡ª Sagar Kapadia (@sagarkapadia) February 22, 2024
Virat and Anushka's Joint Announcement
The dynamic duo revealed that Akaay entered the world on February 15, filling the Kohli-Sharma household with immense joy and excitement.
The celebrity couple shared a joint post on social media, expressing their gratitude and happiness. The post read, "With abundant happiness and our hearts full of love, we are pleased to inform everyone that on February 15, we welcomed our baby boy Akaay and Vamika's little brother into this world! We seek your blessings and good wishes at this beautiful time in our lives. We request that you kindly respect our privacy at this time. Love and gratitude. Virat and Anushka."
As the couple embraces parenthood once again, fans shower their blessings on the growing Kohli-Sharma family.
Meanwhile, amid the birth announcement, the spotlight is on the rise of counterfeit X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram accounts, creating a buzz across the internet.
The fake accounts for 'Akaay' swiftly surfaced on Twitter and Instagram, promptly sharing updates and actively participating in ongoing interactions with users.
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