The arduous journey of Tamzid Islam Zarir, an ardent Shah Rukh Khan fan, reached its culmination this year during the SRK Day event on November 2. His story, as the current organising secretary of the devoted SRK fan club SRK Bangladesh CFC, gained significant attention earlier this month when he met the Bollywood icon alongside 400 to 450 other fans on the occasion of King Khan’s birthday.
The Shah Rukh Khan starrer “Baazigar” which achieved cult status with its popularity, still resonates today. His portrayal of an anti-hero in the 1993 romantic thriller captivated audiences tremendously. Now, in an exciting turn, SRK is reportedly in discussions for “Baazigar 2”. Producer Ratan Jain recently confirmed that a sequel is definitely in the works.
Two decades ago, when Bollywood was still discovering cinema's transformative power, a film that forever redefined love for a generation came along. The legendary Yash Chopra’s "Veer-Zaara", released in 2004, is not just a love story set against the backdrop of political and cultural divides; it is a timeless saga and a poetic rendering of yearning, sacrifice, and boundless commitment. Back in the day, this classic story of a love between an Indian man and a Pakistani woman defied the limitations of mere romance and became an emotion in itself. After all these years, "Veer-Zaara" remains iconic, a film cherished for its artistry, music, and the undying love that it portrays.
Directed by the legendary Yash Chopra, the film follows the story of an Indian Air Force pilot, Veer Pratap Singh (Shah Rukh Khan), and a Pakistani woman, Zaara Hayaat Khan (Preity Zinta).
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who once revealed that he smoked up to 100 cigarettes daily, surprised fans with a life-changing announcement on his birthday. During a special meet-and-greet event on Saturday to celebrate his big day, Khan revealed that he has finally quit smoking.
Known for her powerful roles in films like “Pink”, “Thappad”, “Rashmi Rocket”, and “Shabaash Mithu”, Taapsee has become a prominent advocate for women's voices in Bollywood.
This year, deviating from the usual tradition of greeting fans from his Mannat balcony, SRK hosted a special event at the Bal Gandharva Rang Mandir hall in Mumbai.
In Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan is primarily synonymous with the romance genre. For decades, the star has brought unforgettable love stories to the silver screen. But while he is most celebrated for his iconic, idealistic roles, SRK’s most compelling performances actually come from his portrayals of flawed lovers—characters who reflect the messier, more nuanced realities of love. These are not heroes with all the answers; they are sometimes selfish, reckless, insecure, and even destructive. It is this raw imperfection that makes SRK’s on-screen romances feel so achingly real.
In some northern provinces of India, the word ‘baazigar’ carries a unique meaning—derived from Persian roots, the word means ‘magician.’ The baazigar community has traditionally embraced magic as their profession. We usually think of magicians as illusionists—capturing audiences’ attention for only a fleeting moment. But in Bollywood, the king of all baazigars, Shah Rukh Khan, has been enchanting viewers for over three decades.
The initial releases from this partnership consist of the thriller series "The Railway Men" and the film "Maharaj."
The 1990s witnessed the phenomenon created by Shah Rukh Khan's performance in the song “Chaiyya Chaiyya” from Mani Ratnam’s directorial film “Dil Se”. The iconic dance sequence featuring Shah Rukh Khan and Malaika Arora atop a moving train still holds a special place in everyone's hearts. Even today, this song continues to circulate on various social media platforms.
The top-grossing film across the world might be “The Nun II” now, with $62.7 million, but Shah Rukh Khan's “Jawan” has become the second highest-grossing film.
Shah Rukh Khan is riding high after the blockbuster releases of "Pathaan" and "Jawan". The success of "Jawan", in particular, has been receiving accolades from fellow film stars, with the latest addition being Akshay Kumar.
"I don't have any competition," Shah Rukh Khan told film critic Rajeev Masand in an earlier interview. This remark remains true today, as his latest film, "Jawan", smashes box office records.
For Bollywood fans, there are several nostalgic moments throughout the film, and many pop culture references to look out for. From old Hindi songs and iconic SRK films to “Money Heist”, “Shahenshah”, “Ram Lakhan”, and finally, “The Lion King”— it scores big in terms of establishing instant connections with cinephiles.
“A well-made film will always engage audience in theatres—this is a proven fact, and we have also witnessed so during the last two Eid festivals,” said Ferdous.
As Shah Rukh Khan's "Jawan" continues to reign all over Bangladesh, his die-hard fans in Chattogram have tried to prove their undying love for the artiste by booking an entire show of the film at a cinema hall.
Through a diverse array of characters and compelling stories, the charismatic Shah Rukh Khan captured the hearts of people from various backgrounds and religions across South Asia. But how did he manage to resonate with such a vast and varied fan base?
Shah Rukh Khan's "Jawan" has swept up a storm in theatres. The film which was released on Thursday, has performed exceptionally well both domestically and internationally.