On Shah Rukh Khan’s birthday, let’s rewind a bit. Did you know that SRK’s first paycheck came from working as an usher at a Pankaj Udhas concert? He earned just Rs 50, but that money meant a lot to him back then.
In 2017, he shared a memory from when he got that first pay. He and his friends used it to travel to the Taj Mahal, saving every rupee they could for the trip. It’s wild to think that a small gig like that kickstarted a journey to becoming the King of Bollywood.
Born on November 2, 1965, in New Delhi, Shah Rukh grew up in a middle-class family, and his early life was marked by his passion for acting and sports.
After completing his education in Delhi, including a degree in Economics from Hansraj College and a Master’s in Mass Communications at Jamia Millia Islamia, he began his acting career in the late 1980s with television series like Fauji and Circus. His breakthrough came in 1992 with Deewana, which established him as a rising star in Bollywood.
Over the years, Shah Rukh has delivered iconic performances in films like Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, and Chennai Express. He has received numerous awards, including 14 Filmfare Awards and the prestigious Padma Shri in 2005 for his contributions to Indian cinema.
Happy birthday, Shah Rukh Khan. Here’s to many more years of your magic on screen!
