Sunil Narine is KKR's 'Superman', Russell a 'fashionista': Shah Rukh Khan

KKR's charismatic all-rounder Sunil Narine praised by Shah Rukh Khan as the "Superman" behind team's success

From hitting massive sixes, to scoring tons of runs, to producing breakthroughs, charismatic all-rounder Sunil Narine has been KKRs' go-to man for more than a decade in the IPL, and co-owner Shah Rukh Khan was effusive in his praise for the all-rounder, calling him the "Superman" and the real energy behind the team's success.

Riding on Narine's blazing innings, including a century and two half-tons and nearly a dozen wickets, KKR are currently second on the table. The two-time champions could well break the decade-long jinx of not winning an IPL title if Narine's charisma continues to shine through this season.

"In our house, we call him Superman, the god particle. He's a boss on the field, a player, a bowler, a batsman, a wicketkeeper, a fielder. He's an 'anything' player," Shah Rukh told Star Sports show 'Knight Club presents - King Khan's Rules' about the 35-year-old stalwart, who played a pivotal role in KKR lifting the trophy in 2012 and 2014.

Narine, the highest wicket-taker in the IPL among overseas spinners, had taken 21 and 24 respectively in the 2012 and 2014 editions, paving the way for the purple and gold jerseys to clinch the two IPL titles.

"He's so spirited, so lovely. We're very fortunate to have players, Indian or foreign, who have deep feelings for the team... Sunil, like I said, he's an 'anything' player." The Bollywood star added that Narine and country-mate Andre Russell were pivotal to the club's ethos, saying any one of them getting injured feels like a body blow to the side.

"Imagine KKR without these guys. When they get injured, it feels awful to wonder how we'll manage without them. It's so crucial. They've been with us for so many years, and I think the way they have supported the team, they're like part of the family," said Shah Rukh.

Russell is a cut above the rest when it comes to hairstyle, and Shah Rukh said the cricketer is a "fashionista".