Virat Kohli Fan Denied Entry at Mumbai Restaurant Sparks Dress Code Debate Online.
Customers at upscale dining venues often face etiquette expectations, but defining ‘formal attire’ remains contentious. A viral video recently ignited heated discussions online.
The video portrays a Tamil Nadu man refused entry at a Mumbai restaurant, ONE 8, allegedly for wearing traditional attire – a dhoti-kurta endorsed by Virat Kohli.
Person with Veshti was not allowed in @imVkohli 's Restaurant
Very nice da👌 pic.twitter.com/oTNGVqzaIz
— உன்னைப்போல் ஒருவன் (@Sandy_Offfl) December 2, 2023
He expressed disappointment, stating that his cultural attire wasn’t deemed acceptable, though he traveled specifically to dine there.
The individual expressed hope that such incidents wouldn’t recur, emphasizing his disappointment that attire integral to his state’s culture faced rejection.
His post garnered 1.6 million views, sparking diverse opinions. While some condemned the restaurant’s stance, others supported its dress code enforcement, affirming the establishment’s prerogative.
Joining the ongoing conversation, the incident resonated widely, fueling debates about cultural acceptance and restaurant policies.
