Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) is co-owned by a group of individuals, prominently featuring the family of Juhi Chawla and Jay Mehta alongside popular actor Shah Rukh Khan. While the ownership isn't solely by one single family, Juhi Chawla and Jay Mehta are a married couple, forming a key family unit within the ownership consortium.
KKR Ownership Details
Kolkata Knight Riders is a prominent team in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The ownership structure brings together key figures from the entertainment and business sectors.
- Shah Rukh Khan: A globally renowned Bollywood actor and film producer.
- Juhi Chawla: An acclaimed Indian actress and film producer.
- Jay Mehta: A successful Indian businessman and husband of Juhi Chawla.
Their combined stake makes them the primary owners of the franchise.
Ownership Breakdown:
| Owner Name | Association/Role |
|---|---|
| Shah Rukh Khan | Lead co-owner |
| Juhi Chawla | Co-owner, part of the Mehta-Chawla family unit |
| Jay Mehta | Co-owner, part of the Mehta-Chawla family unit |
The team, often referred to by its initials KKR, is a significant entity in the highly competitive Indian Premier League, which is a Twenty20 cricket league contested by ten city-based franchises.
For more information, you can refer to the Kolkata Knight Riders Wikipedia page.
