<p>Indian football icon <strong><a href="https://www.mid-day.com/sports/football/article/end-of-indian-footballs-golden-era-as-sunil-chhetri-announces-retirement-23349522" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Sunil Chhetri,</a></strong> renowned for his remarkable contributions to the sport, declared his retirement from international football, stirring a range of emotions among sports enthusiasts on Thursday.</p>
<p>Chhetri, the record-breaking top scorer for the Indian national team, disclosed his decision via a video message shared on his Instagram, setting his retirement date post the second round of World Cup qualifiers against Kuwait on June 6, 2024.</p>
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<p>The announcement sparked an outpouring of sentiments from various celebrities. Bollywood star Ranveer Singh expressed his admiration for Chhetri's influence.</p>
<p>In a touching comment beneath the retirement announcement video, Singh termed the moment as "bittersweet," acknowledging Chhetri's legacy and the joy he brought to countless fans.</p>
<p>"ICON. HERO. LEGEND. Thank you for bringing us so much joy and glory, Captain. Love you forever!" Ranveer's heartfelt words echoed the sentiments of many who've been inspired by Chhetri's remarkable career.</p>
<p>Other celebrities like Siddharth, <strong><a href="https://www.mid-day.com/sports/cricket/article/once-im-done-ill-be-gone-virat-kohli-23349540" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Virat Kohli</a></strong>, Ridhima Pandit, and Danish Sait, joined in bidding farewell to the football maestro, showering him with love and respect.</p>
<p>Messages poured in from fans as well, reflecting on Chhetri's impactful journey and wishing him well in his retirement.</p>
<p>Meanwhile, Ranveer Singh is gearing up for his upcoming projects, including the highly-anticipated third instalment of the 'Don' franchise, where he takes on the lead role, alongside Kiara Advani.</p>
<p>Additionally, he is set to appear in Rohit Shetty's action-packed film 'Singham Again,' alongside Ajay Devgn and Deepika Padukone.</p>
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