By Hindustan Times
When Shah Rukh Khan’s Kolkata Knight Riders shed their underachievers tag to boost the IPL 5 trophy, additionally they pocketed a whopping Rs. 10 crore in prize money. Interestingly, it’s believed that had KKR — which spent around Rs. 100 crore on hiring players for this season — not won, it could was “difficult to register profits”.
SRK, on his part, seems quite confident concerning the franchise’s finances. That’s probably why the superstar is “surprised” when he's questioned from time to time about plans to sell his stake within the cricket franchise.
“Why would I sell it (his stake)? So far as I know, there are not any such plans. But I'M REALLY NOT aware if another person is doing it without keeping me within the loop,” quips SRK. Technically, Shah Rukh has about 55 per cent stake within the franchise, while former co-star Juhi Chawla and the ocean Island Ltd (run by her husband Jay Mehta) hold the remainder shares.
SRK explains, “Honestly, I'M REALLY NOT on the lookout for stake owners in any respect. Instead, I NEED strong strategic partners who may help in relation to expertise (in sports management) and likewise bring it to other sports like football or hockey.”
SRK could also be believed to have bought a 50 per cent stake in Goa-based football club (and current I-League champions) Dempo. While the actor has apparently given the go-ahead, his team members are doing a little last-minute paperwork as he shoots one of the vital last schedules of Yash Chopra’s next in London. SRK’s investment within the football club can be through his banner, Red Chillies.
