Mumbai witnessed a heartwarming moment as Kareena Kapoor Khan's children, Taimur and Jeh, had a fan encounter with football legend Lionel Messi during his GOAT Tour India 2025. The meeting, which took place in Mumbai, saw the two young fans pose with the Argentinian superstar.
Kareena Kapoor Khan, along with her sons Taimur and Jeh, attended a press event where they met Lionel Messi, who is currently in Mumbai as part of his GOAT Tour India 2025. The actress shared an Instagram story of her sons sporting Messi's iconic number 10 jersey with "Messi" and "Argentina" on the back, in anticipation of meeting the football icon.
Videos and photos of the meeting have gone viral, capturing the adorable reactions of Taimur and Jeh. One particular video shows Jeh refusing to leave Messi's side, causing amusement as Kareena had to gently pull him away. Fans have been reacting to the viral clip, with many finding Jeh's actions hilarious and utterly adorable.
Taimur's jersey featured Messi's name, while Jeh's read "Argentina". Kareena Kapoor was seen holding her sons' hands as they walked into the room to meet Messi. She looked stylish in a khaki outfit.
Lionel Messi's GOAT India Tour 2025 has included stops in Kolkata and Hyderabad before Mumbai. Prior to the Mumbai visit, Shah Rukh Khan and his son AbRam met Messi in Kolkata. However, the Kolkata event faced issues with overcrowding and security concerns. In Hyderabad, Messi interacted with fans at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium.
The final leg of the tour is rumored to be in New Delhi, with cricketer Virat Kohli potentially joining Messi. During his stop in Mumbai, Messi is scheduled to visit the Wankhede stadium and meet former Indian football captain Sunil Chhetri, as well as conduct training sessions for young Indian footballers. A fan meet is scheduled to take place at Wankhede Stadium. Furthermore, Messi is expected to participate in a friendly match with Bollywood celebrities during his Mumbai visit. A charity fashion show and auction event are also planned.
Kareena Kapoor had previously mentioned her sons' interest in sports stars. She revealed that Taimur often asks if she knows Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, or Lionel Messi and requests her to contact them.
Messi's India tour has generated significant excitement among football fans, highlighting the growing popularity of the sport in the country. His presence has sparked celebrations and discussions about football development in India.
