Superstar Shah Rukh Khan recently clinched his first National Film Award, and his subsequent social media interactions, especially with his wife Gauri Khan and politician Shashi Tharoor, have been as entertaining as his films.
A Landmark Win for the King
After 33 years in the film industry, Shah Rukh Khan has finally won his maiden National Film Award. He was honored with the Best Actor award for his powerful performance in the blockbuster film ‘Jawan’. This significant achievement marks a new milestone in his illustrious career.
The announcement of the 71st National Film Awards saw ‘Jawan’ take home one of the top acting honors, much to the delight of his legion of fans. Shah Rukh has been on a high since the news broke, taking to social media to express his gratitude and share lighthearted moments.
Gauri Khan’s Pride and SRK’s Playful Request
Shah Rukh’s wife, producer and interior designer Gauri Khan, was quick to celebrate his monumental win. She took to social media to express her immense happiness, extending her congratulations not only to her husband but also to close friends Karan Johar and Rani Mukerji, who also received accolades.
Gauri enthusiastically shared, “Three of my absolute favourites just WON big…and so did our hearts. When talent meets goodness, magic happens – So proud, and so ready to brag about them forever!” Her words perfectly captured the joyous mood surrounding the awards.
In his characteristic witty style, SRK responded to her tweet with an adorable request. “Please brag about me to me when we sit for dinner tonight… thanks for producing the film,” he wrote, highlighting her role as producer of ‘Jawan’ and adding a personal, humorous touch to their public exchange.
The ‘Magniloquent’ Exchange with Shashi Tharoor
Another highlight of SRK’s social media spree was his interaction with renowned politician and author Shashi Tharoor. Known for his expansive vocabulary, Tharoor kept his congratulatory message simple, stating, “A National Treasure wins a National Award! Congratulations @iamsrk!”
Shah Rukh’s reply was a brilliant, self-aware jab at Tharoor’s infamous linguistic prowess. “Thank u for the simple praise Mr Tharoor. Would not have understood something more magniloquent and sesquipedalian ha ha,” he quipped, perfectly mirroring Tharoor’s style while playfully acknowledging his own preference for simpler terms. This exchange quickly went viral, delighting fans.
Heartfelt Thanks to the ‘Jawan’ Team
Shah Rukh also made sure to acknowledge his ‘Jawan’ collaborators. Director Atlee posted a heartfelt message, expressing how blessed and emotional he felt to be part of SRK’s journey and to have been trusted with the film.
SRK responded warmly to Atlee, saying, “MAAASSS MAAASSS MAAASSS…. Thank you for your vision. Only you could do this… In the next song, we will do more steps. Love u…” He also thanked actress Riddhi Dogra, who played his mother in the film, for her “mother ka aashirwad.”
- Shah Rukh Khan secured his first National Film Award for Best Actor for his role in ‘Jawan’.
- He shared humorous social media exchanges with his wife Gauri Khan and politician Shashi Tharoor.
- SRK also extended gratitude to director Atlee and other cast members of ‘Jawan’.
As the celebrations continue, Shah Rukh Khan’s recent award further cements his status as one of India’s most beloved and influential stars, both on and off-screen. Fans eagerly await his next project, Siddharth Anand’s ‘King’, which will also feature his daughter Suhana Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, and Deepika Padukone.
