As Bollywood celebrates the birthday of its Badshah, fans around the world pay tribute to the legendary journey of . From a young Delhi boy with big dreams to the ultimate global superstar, SRK’s life story is nothing short of a Bollywood script. His rise to fame, his love story with Gauri, his family life, and his unmatched dedication to cinema have made him an icon whose charm transcends borders.
Born on November 2, 1965, in New Delhi, Shah Rukh Khan’s early life was far removed from the glamour of Bollywood. He grew up in Rajendra Nagar, where he attended St. Columba’s School and was known as an ambitious, charismatic student with a talent for acting and sports.
Though he faced the loss of his parents at a young age, he never let go of his dreams. After completing his studies in economics at Hansraj College and joining the Theatre Action Group (TAG) under Barry John’s mentorship, Shah Rukh began carving his path in the world of acting. With a solid foundation in theatre, he made his television debut in the late 1980s in serials like and , capturing audiences with his intense screen presence.
But even as he began to find success on TV, SRK’s heart was set on something bigger. In 1991, he moved to Mumbai, taking his leap of faith into Bollywood with little more than ambition, determination, and a heart full of dreams. Shah Rukh’s Bollywood debut in (1992) introduced him as a fresh, passionate talent.
Unlike other actors who preferred heroic roles, SRK took a uniq.