Baazigar
Birthday Special / ‘I call him the great magician’
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.
Shah Rukh Khan, the man behind the silver screen
Shah Rukh Khan, the megastar of Indian cinema, ascended to superstardom with his blockbuster hits over the span of his three-decade-long career. Yet the superstar's unequivocal popularity cannot be defined by his substantial net worth or the movies that made him what he is today.
Redefining the heroic archetype in Bollywood: SRK as an anti-hero
Shah Rukh Khan, often referred to as the ‘Baadshah of Bollywood’ has enjoyed a remarkable career in the Indian film industry. He has been an integral part of the silver screen since the early 90s, consistently captivating audiences with his charm and versatility. Although Khan is widely recognised for his romantic hero roles, his greatest acting prowess shines through when he portrays anti-heroes.
‘I call him the great magician’
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.
Shah Rukh Khan, the man behind the silver screen
Shah Rukh Khan, the megastar of Indian cinema, ascended to superstardom with his blockbuster hits over the span of his three-decade-long career. Yet the superstar's unequivocal popularity cannot be defined by his substantial net worth or the movies that made him what he is today.
Redefining the heroic archetype in Bollywood: SRK as an anti-hero
Shah Rukh Khan, often referred to as the ‘Baadshah of Bollywood’ has enjoyed a remarkable career in the Indian film industry. He has been an integral part of the silver screen since the early 90s, consistently captivating audiences with his charm and versatility. Although Khan is widely recognised for his romantic hero roles, his greatest acting prowess shines through when he portrays anti-heroes.