Kareena Kapoor becomes the only actor to feature in Lionel Messi's Instagram post on his India visit, footballer says 'It was intense and short but...'

Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor Khan created a buzz across social media after she met football legend Lionel Messi in Mumbai along with her sons Taimur Ali Khan and Jeh Ali Khan, as part of the footballer’s highly anticipated G.O.A.T. India Tour 2025. While Kareena impressed fashion police with her powerful boss lady look, it was little Jeh’s heart-melting moment with Messi that truly stole the spotlight.

Several photos and videos from the meeting have surfaced online. Ahead of the interaction, Kareena had shared a picture of Taimur and Jeh dressed in Argentina jerseys, with Taimur proudly sporting Messi’s iconic No. 10 shirt, signalling the excitement in the Khan household.

The actress was the only celebrity that featured in the footballer’s post about his visit to India.

Messi wrote- “Namaste India!
What incredible visits to Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad and Kolkata. Thanks for the warm welcome, great hospitality and all the expressions of love throughout my tour. I hope football has a bright future in India!”

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During the meet-and-greet, Kareena posed with Messi while the children stood beside her, visibly thrilled. However, one particular video clip shared widely on social media has captured the internet’s attention. In the clip, Jeh Ali Khan is seen refusing to leave Lionel Messi’s side, clinging to the football icon even as Kareena gently tries to pull him away.

Fans were quick to react, with many calling Jeh “living every football fan’s dream” and praising Messi’s warm and patient interaction with the child. The video has since amassed thousands of likes and shares, adding an emotional and relatable layer to Messi’s star-studded India visit.

Adding to the buzz was Kareena Kapoor Khan’s striking appearance at the event. The actor opted for a sophisticated khaki-brown ensemble featuring a structured coat and coordinated skirt, paired with statement sunglasses. Her confident styling earned praise from fashion enthusiasts, with many calling her look “effortlessly powerful” and “boss-lady coded.”