Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh : Rinku Singh is currently playing for Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League 2026 season, where he is also serving as vice-captain. The campaign hasn’t gone as planned so far, with the team struggling in the early matches. However, KKR finally secured their first win in their seventh game, offering some much-needed momentum.
Their next clash is scheduled against Lucknow Super Giants, and the squad has already arrived in Lucknow for the fixture.
Spiritual Visit to Varanasi Before Next Match
Before joining the team, Rinku made a personal visit to Varanasi with his fiancée Priya Saroj. The couple reached the city on April 21 and sought blessings at the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple.
They shared moments from their visit on social media, captioning their post: “Kashi, the land of Mahadev and the sacred Ganga.”
Temple Darshan and Ganga Aarti Experience
The couple spent around half an hour inside the temple offering prayers. Later, they explored the ghats of Varanasi by boat, soaking in the spiritual atmosphere of the city.
In the evening, they attended the iconic Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat. During their visit, they were also invited to attend Dev Deepawali celebrations. Rinku reportedly assured that he would try his best to be present.
Wedding Buzz Gains Momentum
Priya Saroj, who represents the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha constituency, has been in the spotlight alongside Rinku due to ongoing wedding discussions. According to reports, the couple is likely to tie the knot in the first week of June.
There is strong speculation that the wedding venue could be the luxurious Taj Hotel Varanasi, where the couple stayed during their visit. This has fueled assumptions that they may have also reviewed arrangements for their upcoming wedding.
A Personal Pause Amid Professional Commitments
Despite the pressures of an ongoing IPL season, Rinku Singh’s visit reflects a balance between professional responsibilities and personal milestones, as fans eagerly await both his performance on the field and developments in his personal life.