Do you know which IPL team your favorite actor or actress is supporting this season? The Indian Premier League 2025 kicked off with a bang on March 22, and the stadiums are buzzing with excitement. But it’s not just the players stealing the show—Bollywood’s biggest names are right there, either owning teams or cheering from the stands. The connection between Bollywood and the IPL has always been electric, adding glamour and magic to cricket. So, let’s spill the tea on who’s owning and supporting which IPL team this year, with the latest updates hot off the pitch!
Shah Rukh Khan – Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
The King of Bollywood continues to reign over KKR alongside co-owners Juhi Chawla and Jay Mehta. SRK’s Red Chillies Entertainment holds a 55% stake, and with KKR defending their 2024 title, he’s been spotted grooving in the stands already this season.
Shah Rukh Khan hosted the IPL 2025 opening ceremony at Eden Gardens and won hearts with his patriotic gesture—removing his sunglasses and reciting the National Anthem with his eyes closed. Fans praised his heartfelt respect for the country.
Preity Zinta – Punjab Kings (PBKS)
Dimple queen Preity Zinta is still the heart and soul of Punjab Kings. Co-owning the team with Ness Wadia, Mohit Burman, and Karan Paul, she’s been hyping up PBKS’s new captain Shreyas Iyer, who joined for a record ₹26.75 crore.
Juhi Chawla – Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
Juhi, the 90s sweetheart, is more than just a cheerleader. Co-owning KKR with SRK and her husband Jay Mehta (Mehta Group owns 45%), she’s a constant presence at Eden Gardens, bringing her infectious smile to every match.
Juhi Chawla once believed KKR’s black jersey was unlucky and insisted on a color change. The team later switched to purple. Interestingly, KKR has now brought back a ‘retro kit’ featuring black and gold, which sold out within minutes.
Shilpa Shetty – Rajasthan Royals (RR)
Shilpa Shetty, with her husband Raj Kundra, holds an 11.7% stake in RR. The team, led by Sanju Samson, kicked off 2008 as champs, and Shilpa’s poised elegance keeps the Royals’ spirit high even amidst past controversies.
Bollywood Actors Supporting IPL Teams in 2025 (Non-Co-Owners)
Arjun Rampal – Supporting Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
An X post from @KnightsVibe on March 24, 2025, at 12:59 IST states, “Actor Arjun Rampal: I am a fan of cricket. I have always been supporting KKR in IPL and will support them this season as well.” While not a direct tweet from Rampal, it reflects his current stance for IPL 2025. Historically, he’s been linked to KKR fandom despite not being an owner, often seen cheering alongside co-owners Shah Rukh Khan and Juhi Chawla.
Katrina Kaif – Brand Ambassador Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
Katrina Kaif has been linked to Rajasthan Royals ever since she promoted the team during the early IPL years, largely due to her admiration for Rahul Dravid. However, in a surprising turn of events, she has now joined Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as their brand ambassador for IPL 2024.
Fans are thrilled to see Katrina backing MS Dhoni’s iconic team, with many expecting her to be a regular presence at CSK matches this season.
Akshay Kumar – Supporitng Punjab Kings
Source: OTTPlay
Akshay Kumar has now picked Punjab Kings as his favorite IPL team. He previously supported Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals) but recently expressed his admiration for Punjab Kings while speaking to Irfan Pathan on Star Sports Network during an IPL 2024 match.
Ranbir Kapoor – Supporting Mumbai Indians
Ranbir Kapoor is a long-time supporter of Mumbai Indians. Though he hasn’t publicly owned a team, he has often been spotted at MI games, cheering alongside fans. He confirmed his loyalty to MI in multiple interviews, including past appearances at IPL events and promotional interviews.
Tiger Shroff – Supporting Mumbai Indians
Source: OTTPlay
During an interview with Star Sports Network, Tiger Shroff revealed that his favorite IPL team is Mumbai Indians. He has been a fan of the franchise for a long time and supports the team regardless of leadership changes.
Suniel Shetty – Supporting Delhi Capitals
Suniel Shetty, who previously supported Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) due to his son-in-law KL Rahul, has now shifted his allegiance to Delhi Capitals. This comes after KL Rahul was bought by Delhi Capitals for ₹14 crore in the IPL 2024 mega auction. With KL now leading DC, Suniel Shetty has naturally switched to backing the Delhi franchise this season.
