PHOTOS: SRK returns favour to Deepika, to cheer for RCB

With actor Deepika Padukone cheering for the Shah Rukh Khan-owned Kolkata Knight Riders in the inaugural match, King Khan has promised to egg on Royal Challengers Bangalore in this IPL season when they are not up against KKR.

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"It is really great to have Deepika with us. Yesterday she performed really well in the opening ceremony; after that she agreed to stay back and cheer for KKR.

"So I have decided that in this IPL season, when RCB is not up against KKR, I will cheer for RCB along with Deepika," said an elated Shah Rukh.

With KKR registering a six wicket-win over Delhi Daredevils in the inaugural match of IPL season six, Kolkata erupted in joy as KKR fans celebrated the victory by dancing in the streets.

"It has been really wonderful. Kolkata has always been kind to KKR.

"We are looking forward to carry on from here. We also try to give back ..

"As the city has always been supportive to us, we also try to give back what we are best at, and that is entertainment," SRK said.