Since he was a youngster, Ranveer Singh has been a die-hard football lover. Ranveer has been seen doing everything for his passion for the game, from rooting for his favourite EPL team, Arsenal to moving to a new nation to play in the best divisions. Interestingly, the actor from Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ramleela is now in the United Kingdom to watch premier league football. And, although he’s been posting updates from the event, Ranveer had a memorable encounter with football legend Ledley King.

But it doesn’t stop there because Ledley King’s particular gesture towards Ranveer has the celebrity beaming from ear to ear and attracting a lot of attention. The footballer awarded the Dil Dhadakne Do actor with a personalized No. 1 jersey. The actor’s last name was printed on the shirt, and Ranveer was overjoyed to receive it. Ranveer shared the photo on social media, expressing his gratitude for Ledley’s thoughtful gift.

Recently, the actor was invited to play in the NBA Celebrity All-Stars game, where he had a blast being in the company of some of the game’s most illustrious figures, and now he has been invited to the Premier League, the world’s most prestigious football competition.

Meanwhile, Ranveer has several intriguing films in the works. The actor will next be seen in YRF’s Jayeshbhai Jordaar, following his appearance in Kabir Khan’s 83. He’s also collaborating with Pooja Hegde on Rohit Shetty’s Cirkus and Alia Bhatt on Karan Johar’s forthcoming directorial Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani.

Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani, directed by Karan Johar and produced by Dharma Productions and Viacom18 Studios, is an upcoming Indian Hindi-language romantic drama film. Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan, Shabana Azmi, Ranveer Singh, and Alia Bhatt appear in the film. It will be Dharmendra and Jaya Bachchan’s first on-screen reunion in 48 years, after their previous collaboration in Sholay (1975). On February 10, 2023, it will be released in theatres all around the world.