IPL 2025 Opening Ceremony: Shah Rukh Khan-Virat Kohli camaraderie stands out in glittery show - Event in Images

The highlight of the event was undoubtedly the moment when SRK called Virat Kohli 'GOAT' and shook a leg with him on his blockbuster song 'Jhoome Jo Pathaan'.

Updated on: Mar 23, 2025 9:03 AM IST

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Shah Rukh Khan hosted the opening ceremony of IPL 2025. The Bollywood megastar was charming as always and the home crowd once again showed love to him. (AFP)

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Shreya Ghoshal owned the stage as the Eden Gardens was lit up with her soulful performances on her classic chartbusters. (REUTERS)

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Virat Kohli joined Shah Rukh Khan on the stage in the opening ceremony as the Eden Gardens crowd went bersek witnessing two greats of their respective fields. (REUTERS)

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Bollywood actress Disha Patani set the stage on fire with her power-pack dancing performance. She danced on her hit numbers to enthral the fans at Eden. (REUTERS)

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Shah Rukh Khan didn't miss the opportunity to showcase his love towards Virat Kohli as he referred to him as the King and GOAT of cricket. The two superstars also danced on “Jhoome Jo Pathan” which was the highlight of the night. (REUTERS)

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BCCI president Roger Binny felicitates Virat Kohli with an IPL 18 memento—one of a kind for a generational cricketer. (AP Image)

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Rinku Singh also joined Virat Kohli and Shah Rukh Khan on the stage, He danced with SRK on his hit song “Lut Put gaya”. (AP Image)

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BCCI president Roger Binny and secretary Devajit Saikia cut take IPL 18 cake during the opening ceremony. (AP Image)

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Punjabi pop star Karan Aujla also set the stage ablaze with his rocking performance. The fans grooved on his hit songs during the ceremony. (AP Image)