Overview
- On November 4, Shah Rukh Khan replied on X to Gautam Gambhir’s November 2 birthday post by writing, “Thank u my captain!! Nicest thing is I can make you smile… ha ha. Congrats on all the success.”
- Gambhir’s message called Khan “the brightest star” and praised his humility and grace, highlighting a relationship built during their years with Kolkata Knight Riders.
- The interaction spotlighted KKR history, with Gambhir leading titles in 2012 and 2014 and returning as mentor for another championship in 2024.
- Reports emphasized that Gambhir now serves as India’s head coach, a milestone Khan nodded to in his congratulatory note.
- Coverage also noted Khan’s wider moment in the spotlight, reporting his Best Actor win at the 71st National Film Awards and highlighting the 2026 theatrical release plans for his film King.