• Shah Rukh Khan was recently captured recreating his iconic DDLJ pose with Australia women’s cricket legend Meg Lanning.

  • Shah Rukh Khan is all set to grace the opening ceremony of the WPL 2024.

WPL 2024 [WATCH]: Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan recreates his iconic DDLJ pose with Delhi Capitals skipper Meg Lanning
Shah Rukh Khan and Meg Lanning

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Anticipation is reaching unparalleled heights as the Mumbai Indians (MI) and Delhi Capitals (DC) gear up for a thrilling face-off in the inaugural match of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2024. Adding an extra layer of excitement to the tournament kick-off is the presence of prominent Bollywood stars, who are set to illuminate the prelude with a spectacular ceremony at the iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.

Pre-game excitement: Bollywood stars take centre stage

The grandeur of the WPL 2024’s opening ceremony will be heightened by the star-studded lineup featuring the likes of Shah Rukh Khan, Siddharth Malhotra, Varun Dhawan, Kartik Aaryan, Shahid Kapoor, and Tiger Shroff. All these luminaries have converged at the Bengaluru stadium, diligently preparing for their performances on February 23, promising an unforgettable launch for the second edition of the premier women’s cricket event.

Shah Rukh Khan’s heartwarming moment

Amidst the glitz and glamour, it was Shah Rukh Khan who stole the spotlight, not just with his style and humble interaction but also with a heartwarming moment that transcended the realms of cinema and cricket. The iconic actor recreated his timeless pose from the blockbuster film “Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge” (DDLJ) alongside none other than Australia women’s cricket legend Meg Lanning, who currently serves as the skipper for Delhi Capitals in the WPL.

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Shah Rukh recreates his iconic DDLJ pose with Meg Lanning

Despite initial shyness and reluctance, Lanning found herself persuaded by the charm and enthusiasm of Shah Rukh Khan. The cricketing queen joined the Bollywood king in recreating the iconic pose, arms outstretched, reminiscent of the romantic scene that has become etched in the hearts of fans worldwide. The video capturing this magical moment was shared by the official Delhi Capitals handle, causing a social media frenzy and earning the duo praises as the “king and queen” of the day.

“Kehate hain agar kisi cheez ko dil se chaho, to puri kainaat use tumse milane ki koshish mein lag jaati hai,” read the caption accompanying the viral post on the official Delhi Capitals page.

Here’s the video:

It is worth noting that Lanning, a cricketing force to be reckoned with, was the highest run-scorer in the inaugural WPL season and carries the hopes of fans as she aims to repeat her magical performance in this edition and guide her team to glory.

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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.

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