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Shah Rukh Khan

Acting Born Nov 2, 1965 New Delhi, Delhi, India 24 credits

Biography

Shah Rukh Khan (born November 2, 1965), often referred to as SRK or the "King of Bollywood," is one of India's most iconic actors and producers. Born in Delhi, he began his career in television with shows like Fauji (1988) and Circus (1989). His film debut came in 1992 with Deewana, which marked the start of an illustrious career.

Shah Rukh Khan has appeared in over 80 films, earning widespread acclaim for his performances in movies such as Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995), Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998), Chak De! India (2007), and My Name Is Khan (2010). He has won 14 Filmfare Awards, including eight for Best Actor, a record in Bollywood. In 2005, he was honored with the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian award, for his contributions to Indian cinema.

Beyond acting, SRK is a successful entrepreneur, co-owning the Kolkata Knight Riders cricket team and founding the production company Red Chillies Entertainment. He is also known for his philanthropic work, particularly in child health and education. Shah Rukh Khan is married to Gauri Khan, and they have three children.

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Known for

The Kapil Sharma Show

as Self

Comedy Nights with Kapil

as Self
Film

Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

as Raj Malhotra
Film

Jawan

as Vikram Rathore / Azad
Film

Dilwale

as Raj/Kaali
Film

Chennai Express

as Rahul Mithaiwala
Film

Pathaan

as Pathaan
Film

Raees

as Raees Alam
Film

My Name Is Khan

as Rizwan Khan

Full filmography

  • The Kapil Sharma Show (2016) as Self
  • Comedy Nights with Kapil (2013) as Self
  • Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995) as Raj Malhotra
  • Koffee with Karan (2004) as Self
  • Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai (2002) as Self
  • The Ba***ds of Bollywood (2025) as Shah Rukh Khan
  • Jawan (2023) as Vikram Rathore / Azad
  • Comedy Nights Bachao (2015) as Self
  • Veer-Zaara (2004) as Veer Pratap Singh
  • Dilwale (2015) as Raj/Kaali
  • Mohabbatein (2000) as Raj Aryan Malhotra
  • Kaun Banega Crorepati (2000) as Self - Host
  • Kaun Banega Crorepati (2000) as Self
  • Chennai Express (2013) as Rahul Mithaiwala
  • Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998) as Rahul Khanna
  • Pathaan (2023) as Pathaan
  • 10 Ka Dum (2008) as Self
  • Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001) as Rahul Raichand
  • Raees (2017) as Raees Alam
  • Om Shanti Om (2007) as Om Prakash Makhija / Om Kapoor
  • Main Hoon Na (2004) as Major Ram Prasad Sharma
  • Chak De! India (2007) as Kabir Khan
  • My Name Is Khan (2010) as Rizwan Khan
  • Filmfare Awards (1954) as Host