The fan following of Shah Rukh Khan, the King of Bollywood, is truly captivating. Today, on November 2, this superstar is celebrating his 59th birthday, and like every year, on this special occasion, a crowd of his fans thronged outside ‘Mannat’. Why not? From films to culture, Shah Rukh has always ruled the hearts of his fans.
In the last 30 years, Shah Rukh has not only strengthened the Indian film industry but has also handled it in many difficult times. Following the release of his film ‘Pathan’, Shah Rukh once again lifted the veil of boycott from BDiscover why Shah Rukh Khan is still at the top of his career and why he is known as the ‘Diwali King’ of Bollywood in this article.t the top.
Shahrukh saved Bollywood by becoming ‘Pathan.’
In the film ‘Zero’, Shahrukh Khan starred alongside Katrina Kaif and Anushka Sharma. However, this film was a big failure at the box office. After this failure, Shah Rukh took a long break from films. There were discussions that suggested Shahrukh’s career might be over, but upon his return after a four-year break, his name became synonymous with success.
After the death of Sushant Singh Rajput, the trend of ‘Boycott Bollywood’ was in full swing, and during that time, many big films also flopped. However, the darkness vanished by the end of 2022 with the release of Shahrukh Khan’s film ‘Pathan’ in January 2023. This film made such a splash at the box office that Shahrukh gave a new direction not only to his career but also to Bollywood.
Explosive comeback after 4 years
Even at the age of 57, Shahrukh Khan’s energy and action surprised the fans. Following the success of ‘Pathan’, Shahrukh Khan starred in films such as ‘Jawaan’ and ‘Dunky’, which further enhanced his fan base’s affection. His fans are now eagerly anticipating the release of his film ‘King’ in 2025, which also features his daughter Suhana Khan. This film also promises to take Shahrukh’s career to a new height.
He gave one hit after another on Diwali.
It would not be wrong to call Shahrukh Khan the ‘King of Diwali’. In 2007, Shahrukh Khan’s film ‘Om Shanti Om’ became one of Bollywood’s highest grossing films. The film ‘Baazigar’ first showcased Shahrukh’s magic in 1993. After this, he won the hearts of every Bollywood viewer by giving blockbuster films like ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’ in 1995, ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ in 1998, and ‘Veer Zara’ in 2004. The popularity of these films remains unchanged from their initial release.
Fans hold the King of Bollywood as their favorite star.
Shahrukh Khan has not only produced superhit films throughout his career, but his hard work and dedication have also earned him a unique position in Bollywood. His films have always inspired the audience and given positive messages to society. His fans still love him as much as they did in his early career.
So this was the journey of Shah Rukh Khan so far, in which he not only took Bollywood to new heights but also made a place in the hearts of his fans forever.
