A nostalgic photograph claiming to show Shah Rukh Khan’s admission form from Hansraj College, Delhi University, has gone viral on social media, with fans eagerly examining details of the actor’s academic performance. The image, shared on Reddit, has generated widespread interest and renewed admiration for one of Bollywood’s most celebrated stars.
The form, allegedly from the mid-1980s, includes Shah Rukh’s subject-wise marks from Class XII and offers a rare glimpse into his student life before he began his journey towards stardom.
Class XII marks highlight a strong academic record
Fans especially took note of Shah Rukh’s exam scores. As per the document shared online, the actor received:
- 92 marks in his elective subject
- 78 marks each in Physics and Mathematics
- 51 marks in English
Several users remarked that these marks were considered impressive for the era, with one commenter noting, “Considering it was the 80s, those are pretty good marks.”
Shah Rukh Khan, now 60, completed his schooling at St Columba’s School in New Delhi, where he was known for excelling in academics, sports and co-curricular activities.
From Hansraj College to the world of theatre
After finishing school, Shah Rukh pursued a BA (Hons) in Economics at Hansraj College from 1985 to 1988. His years there were marked by active involvement in sports and theatre. He worked closely with renowned theatre director Barry John, laying the foundation for his future in acting.
Following his undergraduate degree, he briefly joined Jamia Millia Islamia to pursue a Master’s programme in Mass Communications. He could not complete the course due to attendance shortages, having already moved to Mumbai to explore acting opportunities.
Fans express nostalgia and appreciation
The viral photo prompted a flood of reactions on Reddit and other platforms. Many expressed delight at seeing the actor’s academic records, while others admired his educational background.
One user wrote, “Major in economics — wow.”
Another added that the marks were “pretty good for the time,” referencing their parents’ experiences of the education system in the 1980s.
The post also triggered conversations about the star’s early life, reminding fans of how he balanced academics, theatre, sports and part-time television roles before transitioning into cinema.
SRK’s upcoming film projects
On the professional front, Shah Rukh Khan is currently working on director Siddharth Anand’s action thriller King. The film features a star-studded cast including Suhana Khan, Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Arshad Warsi and Rani Mukerji.