Indian Cinema is the field that has given life to many actors. It is the cradle of dreams that has transformed aspirations into timeless legacies. It has not only polished countless emerging stars but also served as a platform for brilliance to flourish.
Among those who have graced its screen, a few have transcended stardom to redefine its very essence. One of those iconic stars is Shah Rukh Khan aka Bollywood Badshah.
Early Life
Shah Rukh Khan, who is ruling the Bollywood industry for decades, was born on November 2, 1965, into a Muslim family in New Delhi, India. Hailing from a middle-class background, Shah Rukh has risеn to bеcomе onе of thе most prominent figurеs in thе Indian film industry.
Shah Rukh was the only son of Mir Taj Mohammed Khan and Lateef Fatima. The only sibling of Shah Rukh is his sister named Shehaz Lalarukh Khan.
Taj Mohammed took on several professions to support his family, often residing in rented apartments.
Khan got his early education from St. Columba’s School in Rajendra Nagar and passed his B.A from Hansraj College.
Later he moved to Jaimia Millia Islamia and continue his master’s degree in mass communication but later he was dropped.
Shah Rukh Khan had just begun stepping into practical life when his father passed away from cancer in 1981. A decade later, in 1991, he also lost his mother, who had been battling diabetes.
After the death of both parents, his sister, Shahnaz Lalarukh, suffered from anxiety and depression. Shah Rukh took her sister’s responsibility and became her caretaker. Shahnaz lives with SRK and his family to this day.
Acting Career
Shah Rukh Khan began his acting career in late 1980s during his university days, starting with television. He made his debut with TV serials Fauji and Circus. These films introduced him to the audience, showcasing his talent on screen.
After these films SRK moved to Mumbai to stepped into the Bollywood industry. He made his Bollywood debut in 1992 with the film Deewana. This film proved a milestone for his acting career and this was how Bollywood Badshah ventured into the Indian Cinema.
Shah Rukh Khan Hit Movies
The films that brought Shah Rukh to the peaks of fame was Baazigar and Darr. After these movies Khan gave back-to-back many hit films including Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Dil To Pagal Hai, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Mohabbatein, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Kal Ho Naa Ho, Veer-Zaara and Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna.
All these movies catapulted Shah Rukh Khan to the heights of fame. He gained the title of ‘King of Romance’ for his romantic roles in most of his films.
After these blockbusters, SRK continued to make a significant impact on the Bollywood industry with his subsequent films Devdas, Swades, Chak De! India, My Name Is Khan, Om Shanti Om, Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi, Chennai Express, Happy New Year, Pathaan and Jawan. All these are ranked among the highest-grossing Indian films.
By delivering iconic performances in these films, SRK set a benchmark in Indian cinema and contributed significantly to Bollywood’s rich legacy.
Shah Rukh Khan Marriage and Children
Shah Rukh Khan is not only a highly successful actor but also enjoys an ideal happy married life. He married Gauri Chibber, a Punjabi Hindu, on 25 October 1991. Gauri and Shah Rukh were college friends. Later this friendship blossomed to love and the due tied knot together. They have two sons Aryan and Abraham and a daughter Suhana. Abraham is their youngest son who was born through a surrogate mother.
Shah Rukh’s elder son Aryan is recently making his debut in the directorial field with the collaboration of Netflix. On the other hand, Suhana is interested to adopt acting career and has already debuted in Indian Cinema through a short film “The Grey Part of Blue.’
As SRK is Muslim and his wife is a Hindu, so their children are free to adopt any of their religion. According to Shah Rukh’s statement, at his home the Qur’an is situated next to the murti of Hindu deities, and they are teaching their children to respect both religions.
Shah Rukh Khan Net Worth
Not only in acting Shah Rukh also ranked first in the the list of richest actors of India. Shah Rukh Khan net worth as of 2024 is of $880 million (₹7,300 crore), and he is the richest actor of India, as per Hurun India Rich List 2024.
A large amount of SRK wealth comes from Bollywood as he is one of the highly paid actors of India. Except of this he owns a production house, Red Chillies Entertainment, which adds to his net worth.
SRK is also a brand ambassador of many international brands. He charged a heavy amount for the promotion of these brands. Shah Rukh Khan is also the co-owner of Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kolkata Knight Riders.
Shah Rukh Khan luxuries
Indian celebrities often make headlines for their luxurious lifestyles, and Bollywood’s Badshah, Shah Rukh Khan, is no exception, ranking among the top with his opulent way of living.
A notable amount of Shah Rukh Khan net worth is spent to maintain his lavish lifestyle. His net worth is also attributed to the assets he owns.
Bollywood superstar lives in Mannat, of value 200 crores. In addition to Mannat, SRK’s second residence in central London near the Park Lane neighborhood carries a price tag of 183 crore.
Shah Rukh also bought a villa in Dubai named Jannat of value 100 crore.
SRK has a grand collection of supеrcars including Rolls-Roycе Phantom Drophеad Coupе, 7 crorе, Rolls-Roycе Cullinan Black, 10 crorе , Bеntlеy Continеntal GT, 4 crorеs and thе latеst Bugatti Vеyron, of valued 14 crorе.
Apart from thеsе luxurious cars, Shah Rukh Khan’s automobiles collеction includes a BMW 7-Sеriеs, a BMW 6-Sеriеs Convеrtiblе, a BMW i8, Land Rovеr Rangе Rovеr Sport and a Toyota Land Cruisеr, among numеrous othеr cars.
