Superstar Shah Rukh Khan has once again captured hearts, this time with former Australian cricketer Brett Lee showering praise on the actor for his humility and leadership during his tenure with the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL). In an interview with Gulf News, Brett Lee opened up about his bond with Shah Rukh Khan and revealed how the superstar would motivate the KKR squad before every match.
Brett Lee Praises Shah Rukh Khan’s Humility
Discussing Shah Rukh’s personality, Brett Lee remarked that the actor’s journey to global superstardom has never altered his character. He said, “He came from nothing and has gone on now to not be the biggest actor in Bollywood but in the world. You would assume that someone who’s achieved greatness would have an ego, would be short-tempered, and wouldn’t really give the fans what they want. No way. Not Shah Rukh Khan. He is an absolute gentleman. I’ve only got great things to say about him.”
The former fast bowler also revealed that he shares a friendship with the superstar. “We have a bit of a friendship. I’m very lucky to call him my friend,” he added.
‘Inshallah Tonight We Win’
Recalling Shah Rukh Khan’s pre-match speeches to the KKR players, Brett Lee said the actor always maintained a calm and motivating atmosphere before games. “He would always come in and would say his little speech before the game, which would go something like, ‘Okay, boys. You’ve trained hard. You’re looking good. You’re feeling good. We go out. Inshallah tonight we win,’” Lee recounted.
Lee further mentioned that Shah Rukh never created pressure within the team environment. Instead, he fostered a “nice, relaxed, calm, and controlled” atmosphere in the camp, allowing players to perform at their best without undue stress.
Shah Rukh Khan Gearing Up for ‘King’
On the professional front, Shah Rukh Khan will next be seen in the action thriller King, directed by Siddharth Anand. The film also stars Suhana Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Abhishek Bachchan in pivotal roles. A few days ago, leaked behind-the-scenes videos from the sets went viral, showing Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone filming what appeared to be a romantic sequence in Cape Town. In some clips circulating on social media, Shah Rukh was seen taking care of a pregnant Deepika between takes, ensuring her comfort during the shoot. The film is currently slated for a Christmas 2026 theatrical release.
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