Shah Rukh Khan Biography

 

Personal Details

• Full Name: Shah Rukh Khan

• Born: November 2, 1965

• Birthplace: New Delhi, India

• Nationality: Indian

• Spouse: Gauri Khan (married in 1991)

• Children: Aryan Khan, Suhana Khan, AbRam KhanEncyclopedia Britannica+1Wikipedia+1TimeWikipedia

🎓 Early Life and Education

Shah Rukh Khan was born into a Muslim family in New Delhi. He spent his early years in Mangalore before moving to Delhi. He attended St. Columba's School, where he excelled in academics and sports, earning the school's highest award, the Sword of Honour. Khan pursued a bachelor's degree in Economics from Hansraj College, University of Delhi, and later began a master's degree in Mass Communication at Jamia Millia Islamia, which he left to pursue acting .WikipediaEncyclopedia Britannica+1Wikipedia+1

🎭 Career Beginnings

Khan's acting career began in television with serials like Fauji (1988) and Circus (1989), which garnered him recognition. He made his film debut in 1992 with Deewana, which was a commercial success and earned him the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut .Encyclopedia Britannica+1Wikipedia+1Wikipedia+1Encyclopedia Britannica+1

🌟 Rise to Stardom

In the mid-1990s, Khan gained fame for his roles in films like Baazigar (1993), Darr (1993), and Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995), the latter becoming one of the most iconic romantic films in Bollywood history. His portrayal of complex characters in these films established him as a leading actor in the industry .Encyclopedia Britannica

🎬 Diverse Roles and Productions

Khan's versatility is evident in his diverse filmography, which includes romantic dramas like Dil To Pagal Hai (1997) and Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998), historical dramas like Asoka (2001), and biographical films like My Name Is Khan (2010). He co-founded Red Chillies Entertainment, a film production company, and has produced and acted in several successful films under its banner .Wikipedia

🏆 Awards and Recognitions

Khan has received numerous awards, including 14 Filmfare Awards, and has been honored with the Padma Shri by the Government of India in 2005. Internationally, he has been awarded the Order of Arts and Letters (2007) and the Legion of Honour (2014) by the Government of France .Wikipedia

🌍 Recent Developments

In 2023, Khan made a successful comeback with the action thrillers Pathaan and Jawan, both of which became among the highest-grossing Indian films of all time . He is set to star in the upcoming film King, directed by Sujoy Ghosh, alongside his daughter Suhana Khan and Abhishek Bachchan. The film is scheduled for release in March 2026 .Wikipedia+1Encyclopedia Britannica+1Wikipedia

💬 Personal Philosophy

Known for his wit and eloquence, Khan often shares insights on life, love, and success. He emphasizes the importance of perseverance and staying true to oneself, stating, "Success is not a good teacher, failure makes you humble."