He came, he saw, he conquered , this might be the shortest possible description that can be attributed to the rise and rise of Shah Rukh Khan who made an image way larger than life. He is adored by millions for he made romance so intense that the audience cried when he cried in a film, smiled when he smiled and fancied the very idea of love the way he portrayed it. Call it make believe but you just can't ignore that whenever you write something about him you are bound to get puzzled by the cliche of compliments surrounding his glittering status in Indian Cinema. And yes today he turned 47. Many many happy returns of the day Shah Rukh.
Anyways SRK is not known for having a grand affair on his birthday but this year the happiness is dimmed because of the sudden demise of his mentor and legendary film-maker Yash chopra who was arguably the most instrumental factor in his success . Every film he did with late Yash Chopra , the King of Hearts as the industry fondly tags him, was an another stepping stone for attaining the enviable super stardom that he enjoys.
So the sense of loss is quiet evident hence the occasion will be a low key affair. SRK states, I'm planning to work that's all I know at least during the daytime. Besides, it has never been a special day for me. Of course, I'll make sure that I thank all my well-wishers from radio stations and newspapers, as usual.
He added for the fans "It has become a thing now. Every single year, I see people arriving with cakes and cards. It's a simple joy. But I wake up late, so maybe I should set up a shamiana for them to help them avoid the sun. It's a humbling experience to greet people."
Interestingly, SRK's 21st wedding anniversary fell just four days after Chopra's demise and as expected, the event turned out to be gloomed. 'With what happened, you don't feel like celebrating and making noise. That night, Adi (Aditya Chopra) even asked me to go out for dinner with Gauri but you know how it feels like... having lost someone so close to your heart, The actor sums up.
Talking about his relationship with the director, he said "Strange as it is, we rarely discussed a scene or a shot, On the contrary, we spoke about life in general. The most beautiful thing he ever said to me was 'Of all the people I know, you love women in the most respectful way. I've known you for so long. I can't be wrong about this'. That was heartening".
Meanwhile the film fraternity greeted King Khan on this special occasion. Stars enthusiastically filled twitter with warm wishes.
Some of the tweets are :
Karan Johar: To the man who made the nation fall in love Shah Rukh Khan! Happy birthday! All my love always!
Riteish Deshmukh: Wishing Shah Rukh Khan, the man who made me feel that falling in love is the greatest thing in the world, a very Happy Birthday. Love you. Huge hug.
Anubhav Sinha: Very few beings will be cited as events in the history of cinema. You are one of those. Happy Birthday Shah Rukh Khan.
Vivek Oberoi: A very happy birthday to the one and only Shah Rukh Khan. Loads of love brother, may the almighty bless you with health and happiness, always!
Tusshar Kapoor: Here's wishing the most energetic personality, Shah Rukh Khan, super duper happiness on his birthday! Baar baar din yeh aaye!
Shreyas Talpade: Wishing my dear friend 'omi' Shah Rukh Khan a very very happy birthday. You are a superstar and will forever remain one.
Aftab Shivdasani: Shah Rukh Khan wishing you a very happy birthday bhai jaan (brother)! Love, peace and light to you and the family!
Ehsaan Noorani: Shah Rukh Khan happy birthday brother.
Neha Dhupia: Happy birthday Shah Rukh Khan.
Dia Mirza: The little girl in Hyderabad, who watched DDLJ ("Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge") multiple times, never imagined she would actually meet let alone be a part of the same frame as Shah Rukh Khan. Thank you for making so many moments so magical for me! Happy Birthday.
( With inputs from Internet )
(AW-Jyotishman)
