Jeh Ali Khan's hilarious Messi fanboy moment leaves mom Kareena Kapoor struggle to pull him away; Watch

Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan recently took her sons, Taimur and Jeh Ali Khan, to meet football legend Lionel Messi in Mumbai, where he is currently on his GOAT India Tour 2025. The heartwarming encounter has left fans gushing over little Jeh's adorable reaction to meeting his idol. Videos and photos of the meet-and-greet have surfaced online, showcasing the boys' excitement and Messi's warm interaction with them.

Jeh’s hilarious reaction wins hearts

A video of Kareena Kapoor Khan and her sons posing with Lionel Messi surfaced on social media Sunday. The clip shows a smiling Kareena holding her boys close as they pose for pictures with the football legend. After the photo session, Kareena stepped aside to make way for others.

While Kareena and Taimur continued, Jeh had other ideas. The youngest Khan approached Messi and stayed close, seemingly unwilling to move. Kareena, amused, gently led her son away, a moment that entertained fans.

Fans reaction

Commenting on the viral clip, one user wrote, "Hahaha, so cute." Another commented, "Jeh is a totally savage." One reaction read, "This is hilarious, can’t stop laughing," while another joked, "Jeh is holding Messi and leaving Bebo." Many also highlighted Jeh's excitement, calling the moment adorable.

Kareena’s latest post

Kareena posted a photo on Instagram showing her with her sons, leading them out of a room. For the event, Kareena wore a khaki one-piece, and her sons wore football jerseys. Taimur's jersey displayed Messi's name, while Jeh's said "Argentina."

Messi in India

Following a less successful meet-and-greet in Kolkata and a successful one in Hyderabad, Messi has arrived in Mumbai. The World Cup winner will meet fans at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium. Before Kareena, Shah Rukh Khan and his son AbRam met the football legend in Kolkata, and their photo went viral.

Kareena’s on her son’s love for sports

Kareena Kapoor previously mentioned that her sons aren't keen on theatre but are curious about her connections with sports stars. Speaking on a podcast with Soha Ali Khan, she said, He (Taimur) once told me he wanted to join a cookery class because his father enjoys cooking. He’s never really met other actors. He keeps asking, ‘Are you friends with Rohit Sharma? With Virat Kohli? Can you message him and ask for his bat? Do you have Lionel Messi’s contact?’ And I’m like, ‘No, I don’t have these contacts.’ He has no clue about actors. He’ll ask, ‘Can I ask this question to Virat?’ and I’m like, ‘No, I don’t know him, you can’t just message him!