SRK at 60: Superstar Reflects on His Remarkable Bollywood Journey

In November 2025, as Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan celebrates his 60th birthday, he looks back on his remarkable journey. Just over 15 years ago, in September 2010, SRK was in Gurgaon, a day after the anniversary of his father's passing, reminiscing about his early days. He recalled "roaming about the streets here, as a nobody" when the area was still a "desolated space."

SRK attributes his success to two key factors: his parents and his unwavering self-belief. While the former shaped his early years, the latter has remained a constant throughout his career, even as he faced numerous challenges and setbacks.

Now, as SRK's own children enter the industry he has dominated for so long, it's clear that his self-assurance and resilience have been the driving forces behind his longevity. Unlike many of his contemporaries who have retired or scaled back their work, SRK continues to be a ubiquitous presence in the Indian entertainment landscape, much like his fellow veteran Amitabh Bachchan, who was 62 and "going strong" when SRK was 41.

As SRK navigates his 60s, his iconic status and enduring appeal show no signs of waning, despite the occasional controversies and setbacks he has faced over the years. His ability to weather the storms and maintain his signature "swagger" has cemented his place as one of Bollywood's most enduring and influential superstars.