Shahrukh Khan
Shahrukh Khan is an Indian actor, best known for Tamil cinema. Shahrukh Khan began their career in 1992 and has been a prominent figure in the industry for over 34 years. With over 90 credits to their name and an average audience rating of 6.5, Shahrukh Khan remains one of the most prolific and celebrated talents in the industry. Shahrukh Khan's influence on Tamil cinema is generational — their work continues to define the standard for the industry.
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Biography
Sharukh Khan is an Indian actor, producer, television personality and philanthropist. Referred to in the media as \"Badshah of Bollywood\" or \"King Khan\", he has appeared in over 50 Hindi films in genres ranging from romance to action and comedies. His work in Bollywood has garnered him numerous achievements, including fourteen Filmfare Awards from thirty nominations. His eighth Filmfare Best Actor Award win put him in a tie for the most in that category. The Government of India honoured him with the Padma Shri in 2005, while the Government of France awarded him the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres in 2007 and later in 2014, the Legion of Honour, their highest civilian award for his contribution to films. He was named the second richest actor in the world in 2014, with a net worth of $600 million.
Personal Info
Career Milestones
Film debut
View film →Highest rated: Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (8.5)
View film →50th film
View film →Iconic Roles
Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
The adopted son of a wealthy family who falls in love with a woman from a lower socioeconomic background, leading to family conflict.
Fan
A dual role portraying both a superstar and his obsessive lookalike fan.
Defining Moments
Breakthrough with 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge'
The film became a massive cultural phenomenon and one of the longest-running films in Indian cinema history, cementing his status as a romantic hero.
Founding Red Chillies Entertainment
He co-founded his own film production and visual effects company, expanding his role in the industry beyond acting.
Filmography
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Career Analytics
Genre Breakdown
Language Distribution
Films by Decade
Top Co-Actors
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Did You Know?
Shah Rukh Khan's full name is Shah Rukh Khan, often abbreviated as SRK.
He was born on November 2, 1965, in New Delhi, India.
He is often referred to as the 'King of Bollywood' or 'Badshah of Bollywood'.
He studied at St. Columba's School in Delhi and later earned a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Hansraj College, University of Delhi.
He began his acting career on television, starring in the series 'Fauji' (1988) and 'Circus' (1989).
Signature Dialogues
Bade bade deshon mein aisi chhoti chhoti baatein hoti rehti hai, Senorita.
Raj Malhotra·Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
My name is Khan, and I am not a terrorist.
Rizwan Khan·My Name Is Khan
Photos
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News & Stories
Shah Rukh Khan Shares New Posters of Dunki, Looking Ready to Take on the World
6/11/2023
Jawan: Shah Rukh Khan's new look in the poster is all the rage
14/7/2023
Pathaan Box Office Surprise the Cine Industry!
30/1/2023
Shahrukh Khan Very Fresh Images.
1/10/2018
Don 3 remake will not be the same as before
29/3/2018
Legacy & Influence
Shah Rukh Khan's legacy in Indian cinema is defined by his transformation into a global icon and his profound impact on the industry's commercial and cultural reach. Emerging in the early 1990s, he represented a new, urban, and confident Indian identity, distinct from the action heroes of the previous decade. His career trajectory is marked by an unparalleled dominance in the romantic genre, with films like 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge' (1995) cementing his 'King of Romance' persona. This film, in particular, became a cultural landmark, running in a Mumbai theater for over two decades and shaping modern narratives of love, family, and Indian diaspora identity. Beyond romance, Khan strategically diversified his roles, taking on anti-hero parts in 'Baazigar' (1993) and 'Darr' (1993), which expanded the range of protagonists in mainstream Hindi cinema. His later career saw him pushing boundaries in films exploring social issues ('My Name Is Khan', 2010) and complex psychological dramas ('Fan', 2016). As a producer through his company Red Chillies Entertainment, he has championed technological innovation, notably in visual effects, raising the technical bar for the industry. His contribution extends beyond the screen; his wit, intelligence, and business acumen have made him a formidable media personality and a key ambassador for Indian cinema worldwide. He symbolizes the aspirational dream, a self-made superstar whose journey from Delhi to global fame embodies a modern Indian success story, inspiring millions and significantly expanding Bollywood's international audience.