Shah Rukh Khan is once again making headlines, and this time it is for a move that further cements his position as one of the most powerful celebrities in the world. As per reports doing the rounds, the Bollywood superstar is set to acquire a massive 90 percent stake in the Kolkata Knight Riders franchise by paying an estimated Rs 4,000 crore to the Mehta Group.

If this development goes through, Shah Rukh Khan will become the majority owner of KKR, a team he has passionately nurtured since its inception in the Indian Premier League. The move is being hailed as a landmark moment not just in cricket business but also in celebrity entrepreneurship. It reinforces why Shah Rukh Khan is often referred to as the richest celebrity in the world, with business instincts as sharp as his on screen stardom.

Kolkata Knight Riders was originally co owned by Shah Rukh Khan, Juhi Chawla and her husband Jay Mehta under the Red Chillies Entertainment banner. Juhi Chawla has been closely associated with the franchise since day one and has often spoken about the emotional bond the team shares with its owners. With Shah Rukh now reportedly taking over a 90 percent stake, his involvement with the team is set to become even more decisive and hands on.

Over the years, KKR has grown into one of the most successful and valuable teams in the IPL, winning multiple titles and building a loyal global fan base. Shah Rukh Khan’s larger ownership signals his long term vision of expanding the franchise’s brand value, global reach and commercial dominance.

From films to sports and business, Shah Rukh Khan continues to redefine what it means to be a global icon. If finalized, this deal will not only rewrite IPL ownership history but also mark yet another power move by the King of Bollywood.