Lionel Messi Reflects on His Memorable India Tour

Lionel Messi has concluded his memorable tour of India, sharing a video that highlights his experiences and interactions. While he expressed gratitude for the warm welcome he received, fans were surprised to see that his video only featured his meeting with Kareena Kapoor, leaving out other notable figures like Shah Rukh Khan. The three-day tour included visits to major cities and culminated in a special event in Delhi. Messi's reflections on his time in India have sparked discussions among fans, particularly regarding the celebrities he chose to include in his video.

By Narendra Chaudhary Dec 17, 2025, 12:12 IST

Messi's India Tour Comes to an End

Legendary football star Lionel Messi has wrapped up his tour of India. After an unforgettable experience, he has returned to his home country but continues to cherish the memories made during his visit. Recently, Messi shared a video on social media highlighting some of his favorite moments from the trip, expressing his heartfelt appreciation for the warmth and respect he received from fans in India. Notably, the only celebrity featured in his video is Kareena Kapoor, leading to surprise among fans regarding the absence of Shah Rukh Khan, prompting various reactions online.

Highlights of Messi's GOAT India Tour

Messi's Journey Across India
Messi's three-day tour, known as the GOAT India tour, concluded in Delhi. Throughout his visit, he traveled to several cities including Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Delhi. In Kolkata, a statue of him was unveiled, while in Hyderabad, he participated in a match with Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and met Rahul Gandhi. A special event was organized for him at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, where he interacted with children. The tour culminated in Delhi with a special honor at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium.

Kareena Kapoor's Special Mention

Messi's Selective Memories
During his time in India, Messi had the opportunity to meet various notable figures, including cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar and Bollywood stars such as Shah Rukh Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Tiger Shroff, and Ajay Devgn. However, in the video he shared, the only Bollywood encounter highlighted was with Kareena Kapoor and her children. Despite meeting Shah Rukh Khan, Messi chose not to include that moment in his video, which also omitted interactions with Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff.

Gratitude for Indian Hospitality

Messi's Heartfelt Message
In his video post, Messi expressed his gratitude, stating, "Hello India! My trips to Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Kolkata were incredible. Thank you for the warm welcome, amazing hospitality, and the love I received throughout the trip. I hope the future of football in India is bright."

Fan Reactions to the Video

Surprise Over Celebrity Exclusions
Fans have taken to social media to express their astonishment at the absence of Shah Rukh Khan from Messi's video. One user commented on X, noting, "Messi didn't include Rahul Gandhi, Revanth Reddy, Shah Rukh Khan, and TMC MLAs in the video. Only the people who mattered were included in the video." Another user echoed this sentiment, highlighting that only Kareena Kapoor was featured.

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