As 2025 draws to a close, one thing is clear — this was the year when pop culture, sports, and social media merged seamlessly, creating moments that transcended screens and became part of everyday conversations. From Bollywood beats turning into global dance trends to historic sporting victories sparking emotional celebrations, the internet in 2025 was driven by joy, nostalgia, pride and shared experiences.
Here is a yearender look at the major viral moments that dominated our feeds and defined the digital mood of 2025.
Bollywood goes viral: Akshaye Khanna’s ‘FA9LA’ phenomenon
One of the biggest viral trends of the year emerged from the silver screen. Akshaye Khanna’s stylish hookstep to the song ‘FA9LA’ in his film created an unexpected social media storm. The effortless move, paired with a catchy beat, quickly became a reel favourite across Instagram and YouTube Shorts.
Celebrities, influencers, TV actors and everyday users jumped onto the trend, recreating the hookstep in their own styles. What truly amplified its reach was the way the trend blended into real life — from celebratory dances to emotional family moments. The ‘FA9LA’ step proved that a single cinematic moment could evolve into a nationwide digital rhythm, cutting across age groups and geographies.
King Khan breaks internet at the Met Gala
Another standout pop-culture moment of 2025 was Shah Rukh Khan’s debut at the Met Gala. As the global fashion event unfolded, SRK’s appearance instantly became one of the most talked-about highlights online. His confident presence, signature pose and effortless charm sent fans into a frenzy.
Images and clips from the red carpet flooded social media, blending Bollywood stardom with international high fashion.
Sports that stirred the soul
2025 was a memorable year for sports lovers, with moments that sparked pride and emotion across platforms.
Lionel Messi’s India Tour emerged as a major viral highlight. Clips of the football legend interacting with fans, visiting iconic cities and receiving overwhelming love quickly trended online. The tour bridged sporting cultures and brought football into the mainstream digital spotlight in India like never before.
RCB’s historic IPL win: Emotion takes over the internet
Perhaps the most emotionally charged viral moment of the year came from cricket. Royal Challengers Bangalore’s historic IPL title win finally ended years of anticipation for fans. The celebrations weren’t limited to stadiums — social media was flooded with tears, cheers and heartfelt reactions.
Among the most shared visuals was a candid moment of Virat Kohli celebrating with Anushka Sharma, capturing the raw emotion of victory. The clip resonated deeply with fans, becoming a symbol of perseverance, belief and long-awaited triumph.
What made 2025 special wasn’t just the number of viral moments, but their emotional connect. The year reflected how social media has evolved from being a space of quick entertainment to a platform for shared cultural experiences.
