The Academy marked Shah Rukh Khan's 59th birthday with his iconic 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham' scene, sparking fan nostalgia. Mumbai: As Shah Rukh Khan marks his 59th birthday on Saturday, The Academy took a moment to honour the beloved actor by sharing a memorable scene from the iconic film 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham'. The post captures the festive spirit and emotional depth of Khan's character, Rahul Raichand, evoking nostalgia among fans.
The scene showcased a grand Diwali celebration at the Raichand mansion, where Shah Rukh makes a dramatic entrance via a helicopter, instantly electrifying the atmosphere. His mother, Nandini Raichand, portrayed by Jaya Bachchan, feels his presence even before she sees him. Clad in an elegant white sari designed by Manish Malhotra, she shifts her focus from performing aarti for her husband, Yash Raichand, played by Amitabh Bachchan, to welcoming her son.
As Jaya approaches the entrance, doubt flickers in her eyes until Shah Rukh appears, flashing his signature dimpled smile and playfully asking, "Hey Mom, how do you sense my presence every time before I arrive?" This heartfelt moment culminates with Jaya's emotional smile as she applies a tilak on his forehead, a moment The Academy beautifully captioned: "A mother's intuition is always right." The Academy further wrote, "Is this SRK's best entry scene?" A post shared by The Academy (@theacademy) This post sparked lively discussions among fans reflecting on the significance of this cherished e.