Lalit Modi had founded the Indian Premier League in 2008 and served as chairman for the first three seasons. AFP
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Firstpost29-12-2025, 12:36

Ex-IPL Boss Lalit Modi Apologizes to Indian Govt Over Viral Video with Vijay Mallya

  • Former IPL Chairman Lalit Modi issued an apology to the Indian government for a controversial viral video featuring Vijay Mallya.
  • Modi's apology came after a video surfaced where he introduced himself and Mallya as "the two biggest fugitives of India" at Mallya's birthday party.
  • The video, shared by Modi on Instagram, triggered strong public reaction, with many accusing them of mocking the Indian justice system.
  • On X, Modi stated his comments were "misconstrued" and he holds the Indian government in high regard, expressing his "deepest apologies."
  • The apology follows the Ministry of External Affairs' commitment to bring back fugitives abroad.

Why It Matters: Lalit Modi apologizes to Indian govt for "misconstrued" viral video with Vijay Mallya, sparking outrage.

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