Shah Rukh Khan has landed in Kolkata, and the excitement around his visit is hard to miss. The superstar arrived in the city early Saturday morning with his youngest son, AbRam Khan. His appearance has only added fuel to the growing buzz around his much-anticipated meeting with football icon Lionel Messi.
The actor was spotted at Kolkata airport with a tight security cover. He was accompanied by his long-time manager, Pooja Dadlani. Videos of Shah Rukh’s arrival quickly surfaced online and began trending within minutes. Fans were thrilled to see the actor back in the City of Joy, especially with AbRam by his side.
Shah Rukh Khan Papped At Kolkata Airport Ahead Of His Meetup With Lionel Messi
In the clips, Shah Rukh is seen making a quick exit from the airport. He keeps things low-key and focused. AbRam walks beside him as the actor holds his son’s hand. The moment feels warm and personal, even amid heavy security and flashing cameras.
For his travel look, Shah Rukh chose a casual yet sharp outfit. He wore jeans paired with a dark jacket. AbRam kept it simple too. He was seen in a relaxed all-black outfit, matching the understated vibe of the morning.
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Shah Rukh Khan Recently Teased The ‘Epic Crossover’
Shah Rukh’s visit comes at a time when fans are eagerly waiting for his appearance alongside Lionel Messi. The buzz started earlier this week when the actor hinted at a special event in Kolkata. On Thursday, he took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to tease the upcoming moment.
He wrote, “This time round not planning my Knight in Kolkata… and hoping the day ride is completely ‘Messi’. See you guys on the 13th at the Salt Lake Stadium.”
The post sent fans into a frenzy. Many called it a once-in-a-lifetime crossover. Others said it was a dream moment for both cinema and football lovers. With Shah Rukh now in Kolkata, the speculation has finally turned into reality.
Lionel Messi Arrived In Kolkata Last Night
Meanwhile, Lionel Messi also arrived in the city early Saturday morning. Thousands of fans gathered at Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport to catch a glimpse of the Argentine legend. Heavy security arrangements were in place as Messi made his way out of the terminal. Airport staff and officials were also seen recording his arrival.
Messi is in India as part of his GOAT India Tour 2025. The tour spans three days and covers four major cities. Kolkata is the first stop on the schedule. From here, Messi will travel to Hyderabad later the same day. On the second day, he is expected to be in Mumbai. His India visit will conclude in New Delhi on Monday.
This marks Messi’s second visit to India. He last came to Kolkata in 2011 for an international friendly match against Venezuela. His return after more than a decade has sparked massive excitement among Indian football fans.
As part of his itinerary, Messi is also scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence before leaving the country. The meeting is expected to be a key highlight of the tour.
