John Abraham reveals Shah Rukh Khan gifted him a bike after Pathaan’s blockbuster success: “Main khush ho ke gaya ghar”

Bollywood actor John Abraham recently opened up about the strong bond he shares with his Pathaan co-star Shah Rukh Khan, revealing a heartwarming story. In a candid conversation on the TV chat show Aapka Apna Zakir, John recounted how Shah Rukh Khan surprised him with an unexpected gift following the success of their blockbuster film.John shared that after Pathaan’s release, Shah Rukh invited him to a success party to celebrate the film’s stellar opening. “Shah Rukh was like, ‘Come on John, let’s party! Apni picture chal rahi hai. Acha opening mila hai.’” John, however, was more inclined to catch up on his sleep than join in the revelry. “Maine bola nahi mujhe sona hai. ‘Kya, sona hai?’ ‘Han, mujhe sona hai.’” Amused by John’s response, Shah Rukh asked what he wanted instead, and John playfully replied, “Ek motorcycle de do bas.” To his surprise, Shah Rukh gifted him a motorcycle. “Main khush ho ke gaya ghar,” John said with a smile, recalling how he happily went home with his new bike.This isn’t the first time John has spoken fondly of Shah Rukh Khan. In a previous appearance on The Ranveer Show, John reminisced about working with the superstar on Pathaan. He revealed that both actors were together when they received the news that the film had become a massive hit on its first day. “We were there, we saw the film and realized that the film has something really good and both looked at each other and we said, ‘Damn good, ya!’” John remarked.Discussing their relationship further, John praised Shah Rukh for his kindness and intelligence. “Aditya Chopra is a strict producer. He doesn’t show the film to anyone, except Shah Rukh Khan. So whatever information I got for the film was from Shah Rukh Khan. I would ask, ‘How’s the film?’ before the film’s release. He would give all the information. He is very sweet,” John shared.John also reflected on their journey in the industry, noting how their relationship had evolved over the years. “I also think the energy was good in the film. Shah Rukh Khan was a judge [on a show] when my career began and then I was working with him on Pathaan. There was respect, and love. As a person, he is very intelligent and smart. But, he is also very caring. He is a very cute person and we got along and I think that was really special,” he said.Directed by Siddharth Anand, Pathaan was a major success, also starring Deepika Padukone, Dimple Kapadia, and Ashutosh Rana. The film, released in January 2023, became one of the biggest hits of the year.Meanwhile, John Abraham is currently seen in cinemas with his newly released Vedaa. The film hit the theaters on Independence Day 2024, clashing with two other major releases—Stree 2 and Khel Khel Mein.ALSO READ: John Abraham parties with Nikkhil Advani and team of Vedaa; wife Priya Runchal shares pics