Shahrukh’s KKR bought Rahman for Rs 9.5 crore in the mini-auction that was held in Abu Dhabi on December 16 last year.
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BJP's Sangeet Som Slams Shah Rukh Khan Over KKR's Bangladeshi Player Pick, Calls Him 'Traitor'

  • BJP leader Sangeet Som criticized Shah Rukh Khan for KKR signing Bangladeshi player Mustafizur Rahman.
  • Som linked the signing to violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, labeling Khan a 'traitor'.
  • He warned that Bangladeshi players would face resistance if they came to India for the tournament.
  • Spiritual leader Devkinandan Thakur also criticized Khan and urged KKR not to include Rahman.
  • The remarks follow reports of violence against Hindus and other minorities in Bangladesh.

Why It Matters: BJP leader Sangeet Som sparks row, calls SRK 'traitor' for KKR's Bangladeshi player signing.

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