Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan, co-owner of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), set the stage ablaze at the IPL 2025 opening ceremony. Known for his electrifying presence, SRK thrilled the audience with a dialogue from his blockbuster film Pathaan.
“Party Pathaan ke ghar rakhoge to Pathaan to mehmaan nawazi ke liye toh aana padega,” he declared, meaning, “If you throw a party at Pathaan’s house, Pathaan will come to host.”
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His statement quickly went viral on social media, adding to the excitement of the grand event. The actor also introduced the evening’s star performers, including singer Shreya Ghoshal, actress Disha Patani, and Punjabi music sensation Karan Aujla, ensuring an unforgettable start to the tournament.
SRK Motivates KKR Players Ahead of Their First Match
As Kolkata Knight Riders prepared for their IPL 2025 opener against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Shah Rukh Khan took the time to personally motivate his team. Addressing the players at Eden Gardens, he wished them good health and encouraged them to play with enthusiasm. “God bless you. Please be healthy, be happy,” he said, while also appreciating head coach Chandrakant Pandit for his leadership.
Welcoming new captain Ajinkya Rahane, SRK expressed his confidence in him and the entire squad, hoping they would find success and camaraderie under his leadership. A video of this inspiring pep talk was shared on KKR’s official Instagram page, garnering admiration from fans.
Grand Ceremony Sets the Stage for an Exciting Tournament
The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League began with a dazzling ceremony at Kolkata’s Eden Gardens. Defending champions KKR faced off against RCB, led by Rajat Patidar, with cricket legend Virat Kohli also in the squad.
The star-studded event kicked off at 6 PM with spectacular performances, leading up to the toss at 7 PM and the match commencing at 7:30 PM. With an electrifying atmosphere and high expectations, IPL 2025 promises to be an action-packed tournament filled with thrilling moments and top-tier cricket.
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