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SRK's Kashmir Promise: A Father's Wish Fulfilled
31 Aug
Summary
- Shah Rukh Khan delayed visiting Kashmir due to his father's wish.
- He visited Kashmir for the first time while filming 'Jab Tak Hai Jaan'.
- The film was Yash Chopra's final directorial venture.
An old episode of 'Kaun Banega Crorepati' has resurfaced, highlighting Shah Rukh Khan's profound connection to Kashmir. He shared with host Amitabh Bachchan that his father's wish was for him to visit Kashmir specifically with him, leading Khan to defer any visits to the region for many years.
Despite extensive international travel, Shah Rukh Khan consciously avoided Kashmir. He mentioned receiving numerous invitations and even opportunities for his family to visit, but he consistently declined. This was driven by an emotional commitment to experience Kashmir alongside his father.
The turning point arrived when filmmaker Yash Chopra selected Kashmir as the filming location for 'Jab Tak Hai Jaan'. Khan had previously refused other filming opportunities in Kashmir for personal, emotional reasons.
Choosing to shoot with Yash Chopra allowed Khan to finally visit the picturesque valley. This journey marked a significant emotional milestone, enabling him to fulfill his father's wish in a meaningful way. 'Jab Tak Hai Jaan' became Yash Chopra's final film, released in October 2012.
Shah Rukh Khan continues to be a prominent figure in Hindi cinema, with his recent film 'Dunki' released on December 21, 2023. He is anticipated to star in the upcoming film 'King'.
