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Bollywood Icon Shah Rukh Khan Overcame Personal Turmoil on Path to Stardom
2 Nov
Summary
- Shah Rukh Khan celebrated 60th birthday in Alibaug with family
- Struggled with financial crisis, cared for dying mother and sister
- Turned down film offers to avoid upsetting girlfriend (now wife) Gauri
Beloved Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan celebrated his 60th birthday on November 2nd, 2025 with a gathering of close friends and family in Alibaug. The actor, who rose to fame through his own determination and talent, continues to inspire millions of aspiring actors who flock to Mumbai each year in pursuit of stardom.
In a recent interview, producer Viveck Vaswani shed light on Khan's early career challenges. During that time, Khan was grappling with a financial crisis and personal trauma, as he had to care for his dying mother and sister Shehnaz Lalarukh. Vaswani recalled how Khan was reluctant to take on film offers, fearing that his then-girlfriend (now wife) Gauri would not approve of him "hugging other girls" on screen.
Despite the hardships, Khan persevered, eventually making his mark in the industry. Before his big-screen debut, he had already established himself through popular television shows and telefilms. Now, over three decades later, Khan remains one of India's most revered and influential actors, cementing his position in the hearts of millions of fans worldwide.
