Shah Rukh Khan kisses Gautam Gambhir, celebrates KKR's IPL triumph with daughter Suhana

Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan led the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to their third Indian Premier League (IPL) victory on Sunday in Chennai. The illustrious win marked the culmination of a decade-long wait for the KKR franchise, with Shah Rukh Khan at the forefront of the celebration.

As the winning runs reverberated across the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Shah Rukh Khan, accompanied by his daughter Suhana and sons AbRam and Aryan, basked in the glory of victory from the stands. Waste no time did he, swiftly descending the stairs to join the team in their triumphant revelry on the field.

In a poignant moment of appreciation, Shah Rukh Khan bestowed a heartfelt kiss on the forehead of mentor Gautam Gambhir, acknowledging the pivotal role Gambhir played in the team's journey. Under the leadership of Shreyas Iyer, who became the second KKR captain after Gambhir to lift the IPL trophy, the team flourished, ending their prolonged quest for the coveted title.

Gautam Gambhir's influence echoed through the season, notably evident in the stellar performance of Sunil Narine, who clinched the title of Most Valuable Player with a remarkable tally of 488 runs and 17 wickets in 15 matches. The camaraderie between Gambhir and Narine radiated as they shared smiles, commemorating their shared victories in 2012 and 2014.

In a poignant display of camaraderie, Shah Rukh Khan embraced star fast bowler Mitchell Starc, the franchise's costliest acquisition in IPL history. Starc's pivotal role in crucial matches, including the Qualifier and the final, earned him accolades and admiration from Shah Rukh Khan, underscoring the significance of his contributions.

The accolades extended to head coach Chandrakant Pandit, as Shah Rukh Khan shared a warm embrace with the strategist along the boundary rope. As Shah Rukh Khan embarked on a victory lap around the MA Chidambaram Stadium, his trademark pose and flying kisses to fans illuminated the venue with unmatched fervor.

For Shah Rukh Khan, the victory served as a triumphant return following his recent health scare, as he recovered from dehydration in Ahmedabad. His presence at the final, days after his hospitalization, resonated deeply with fans, cementing his status as the heartbeat of KKR's success.