Messi and Shah Rukh in the same frame in Kolkata

Lionel Messi’s India tour began on Friday in Kolkata. On the very first day of the GOAT India Tour 2025, the meeting between Messi and Shah Rukh Khan became the center of discussion. Photos of the two global icons from different worlds went viral on social media within moments. At a closed-door event, Messi was joined by Luis Suárez and Rodrigo De Paul. In the presence of guests and organizers, they warmly exchanged greetings with Shah Rukh Khan. On the same day, Messi also inaugurated his 70-foot iron statue near the Salt Lake Stadium.