Watch: Shah Rukh Khan's 'Pathaan' Gesture For Rahmanullah Gurbaz Breaks Internet

09.04.2023 - 12:23 sports.ndtv.com

Kolkata Knight Riders were dominant in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 match against Royal Challengers Bangalore last week and the occasion was made extra special by the attendance of owner and superstar Shah Rukh Khan.

The star actor supported his side from the stands at the Eden Gardens and following the massive win, he joined the celebrations with the cricketers in the dressing room.

In a video posted on Twitter, Shah Rukh Khan could be seen interacting with Afghanistan wicketkeeper batsman Rahmanullah Gurbaz and his gesture won the hearts of many fans.

Shah Rukh, who had a brilliant outing at the box office with ‘Pathaan', attempted to speak in Persian and the interaction ended with both of them hugging each other.

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