Sara Ali Khan created a buzz on social media after she shared a glimpse of England’s prestigious Royal Ascot event, including a picture with Hollywood star Henry Cavill. The unexpected Bollywood-Hollywood crossover has excited fans, with many calling it a meeting of “Pataudi Princess” and “Superman”.“Sara attended the iconic horse racing event as a guest of luxury watch brand Longines. Sharing photos from the event, she wrote, “A royal relationship with @Longines.”
Sarah’s elegant Royal Ascot appearance won hearts
For the event, Sara opted for a sophisticated ivory skirt suit paired with a delicate fascinator. She completed the look with a matching clasp purse, perfectly fitting the formal dress code associated with Royal Ascot.One of the photos she shared featured Henry Cavill, which quickly caught the attention of fans online. Social media users flooded the comments section, delighted to see the Bollywood actor posing alongside the former Superman star.The annual event in Berkshire, England was attended by several members of the British royal family, including King Charles III, Queen Camilla, Prince William and Princess Catherine.
Saif Ali Khan paid tribute to Tiger Pataudi
While Sarah was headlining at Royal Ascot, her father Saif Ali Khan was attending a major event of his own in England.The actor attended a special function at Winchester College, where a plaque was unveiled in honor of his father late Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, popularly known as Tiger Pataudi. The plaque was placed in the Hunter Tent, the College’s historic Cricket Pavilion.
‘Winchester was where my father’s cricketing journey began’
Speaking at the event, Saif reflected on his father’s deep connection with the institution and expressed gratitude for the tribute.“As an alumnus of Winchester College myself, it is a great honor to be back here today to honor my father’s legacy. Winchester was where my father’s cricketing journey began. It was a place he spoke of with great fondness, not just for the sport, but for the friendships, values and experiences that shaped him,” he said.“Our family is extremely proud and grateful that Winchester College has chosen to honor him in this way. We hope this plaque will inspire future generations of students, just as Winchester inspired him,” he added.
Winchester College is celebrating the legacy of Tiger Pataudi
Sir Richard Stagg, Warden of Winchester College, described Tiger Pataudi as one of the institution’s most distinguished alumni and an icon of cricket.“Tiger Pataudi is one of the most distinguished figures in the history of cricket, and a source of great pride to Winchester College. He was a cricketing prodigy at the school, beating the record for runs in a season set by Douglas Jardine in 1919. He became a great cricketer and a leader of Indian cricket,” he said.Stagg also noted that the tribute celebrated the enduring cultural and sporting ties between India and the UK through their shared love of cricket.As he turned heads at one of Britain’s most glamorous social events, Saif spent the day honoring a sporting legend whose legacy continues to inspire generations on and off the cricket field.