Virat Kohli's Restaurant Chain Denies Allegations of Homophobia
NDTV
In a statement, One8 commune said it welcomes all irrespective of their gender or preferences.
One8 Commune, a restaurant chain owned by India cricket team captain Virat Kohli, has denied allegations that it suffers from homophobia and that there are discriminatory entry rules against the gay community members at its outlets.
The LGBTQIA+ group 'YesWeExistIndia' has accused the Pune outlet of the chain allowing only heterosexual couples or groups of cisgender women. The group has further alleged that other branches of the restaurant follow similar policies.
In a statement, One8 commune said it welcomes all irrespective of their gender or preferences.
"As our name denotes, we have always been inclusive in serving all communities since our inception," it said.
