Shah Rukh Khan
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| Birth Name | Shah Rukh Khan |
| Born | November 2, 1965 |
| Origin | New Delhi, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Actor, Film Producer |
| Years Active | 1988–present |
| Spouse | Gauri Khan (m. 1991) |
| Children | Aryan Khan, Suhana Khan, AbRam Khan |
| Notable Works | Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, My Name Is Khan, Pathaan, Jawan |
| Awards | Padma Shri, 14 Filmfare Awards |
| Website | Official Website |
Shah Rukh Khan (born November 2, 1965), also known as SRK or the "King of Bollywood", is an Indian actor and film producer. He has appeared in more than 90 films and has earned numerous accolades, including 14 Filmfare Awards. Khan has been described as one of the most successful film stars in the world.
Early Life
Shah Rukh Khan was born in New Delhi to Mir Taj Mohammed Khan and Lateef Fatima. His father was a freedom fighter and entrepreneur, while his mother was a magistrate. He graduated with a degree in Economics from Hansraj College and later pursued a Master's in Mass Communication from Jamia Millia Islamia.
Career
Television (1988–1991)
Khan's career began with television serials like Fauji (1988) and Circus (1989), which earned him recognition and a fanbase.
Bollywood Breakthrough
His Bollywood debut came with Deewana (1992). He gained fame for portraying villainous roles in Darr (1993) and Baazigar (1993). His romantic roles in Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995) and Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998) established him as the "King of Romance" in Bollywood.
Recent Success
After a brief hiatus, Khan made a triumphant return with Pathaan (2023) and Jawan (2023), both of which became among the highest-grossing Indian films of all time.
Filmography
Notable Films
| Year | Film | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Deewana | Raja Sahai |
| 1993 | Baazigar | Ajay Sharma/Vicky Malhotra |
| 1995 | Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge | Raj Malhotra |
| 1998 | Kuch Kuch Hota Hai | Rahul Khanna |
| 2001 | Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham | Rahul Raichand |
| 2010 | My Name Is Khan | Rizwan Khan |
| 2023 | Pathaan | Pathaan |
| 2023 | Jawan | Vikram Rathore |
Awards and Recognition
- Padma Shri (2005) - Government of India
- 14 Filmfare Awards
- UNESCO Pyramide con Marni Award
- Crystal Award at World Economic Forum
Personal Life
Khan married Gauri Chibber in 1991. The couple has three children: Aryan, Suhana, and AbRam. He owns several business ventures including Red Chillies Entertainment and the Indian Premier League team Kolkata Knight Riders.