As Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan turns 59, his fans around the world have taken to social media to honor the beloved “King of Bollywood” with tributes, trending hashtags, and fond remembrances of his career. However, the festivities have also sparked a digital clash on X (formerly Twitter) as fans of Shah Rukh and fellow Bollywood icon Salman Khan engage in a trending keyboard war, ironically involving “Rest in Peace” hashtags for both stars. On the eve of Shah Rukh Khan’s birthday, the hashtag “#RestInPeaceShahRukhKhan” began trending, attributed largely to fans of Salman Khan , aiming to poke fun at Shah Rukh’s fanbase.
In retaliation, SRK’s fans responded with “#RestInPeaceSalmanKhan” and similar comments criticizing Salman’s roles and acting style. The hashtag trend, which appeared to have no serious basis, quickly gained traction, sparking a digital feud as supporters of both superstars defended their favorite actors passionately. The ‘King of Bollywood’ For decades, Shah Rukh Khan has mesmerized audiences globally with his dimpled smile, charm, and versatile performances.
His story began humbly in Delhi, where he faced financial hardships and navigated the film industry without any influential backing. Born into a middle-class family, Shah Rukh initially appeared on the small screen and famously landed his debut role by a stroke of fate. His landlord, who happened to be a television director, offered him an audition for the TV show Fauji.