Shoaib Akhtar recalled an IPL party during his time with Kolkata Knight Riders when he dropped an unnamed actress home before heading to Shah Rukh Khan’s Mannat. The former Pakistan pacer shared the anecdote during a podcast but did not reveal her identity

Former Pakistan cricketer Shoaib Akhtar recently revisited his memories of playing in the Indian Premier League and spending time in Mumbai. During a podcast, the former fast bowler recalled an IPL party after which he dropped an actress home before heading to Shah Rukh Khan’s residence, Mannat.

Akhtar, however, did not reveal the actress’s name. He described the incident while speaking about his close friendships and his time in Mumbai when relations between India and Pakistan were more cordial.

Recalling the evening, Akhtar said, "Hum IPL ke baad party mein the fir main unko chod ke aaya. Maine unko phone kiya. Unhone kaha ki vo pahuch gayi hai. Phir main Mannat chala gaya aur phir vaha se aage chala gaya. Humari bahot close dosti thi aur aaj bhi hai."

The anecdote comes from Akhtar’s IPL days, when he represented Shah Rukh Khan’s Kolkata Knight Riders during the inaugural 2008 season of the tournament. His association with the franchise also gave him an opportunity to spend time with the Bollywood superstar and his circle in Mumbai.