Turning 60 isn’t just another birthday for Shah Rukh Khan — it’s a celebration of decades spent redefining stardom, winning hearts, and conquering global fame. From his humble beginnings on television to becoming Bollywood’s King of Romance, SRK’s journey has been nothing short of phenomenal. Loved across continents, his charm, wit, and magnetic presence have made him a global icon admired far beyond India’s borders.
As fans around the world celebrate his milestone birthday, even Hollywood’s finest can’t stop gushing about the Badshah of Bollywood. From actors and musicians to authors and directors, many global names have openly expressed their love for Shah Rukh Khan. Here’s a look at the stars who are proud SRK fans.
Daniel Radcliffe
Back in 2013, Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe revealed he was “really fond” of Shah Rukh and called him “an epitome of style and class.” He even said he’d love to do a Bollywood film with SRK someday.
Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson
In 2011, Twilight star Kristen Stewart called SRK “an epitome of romance” and admitted she would love to work with him — even learning Hindi for the role. Her co-star Robert Pattinson also counts Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge among his all-time favorite films.
Hugh Jackman
During promotions for The Greatest Showman in 2017, Hugh Jackman confessed, “I had Shah Rukh Khan in mind while shooting this film. He’s my mentor in dancing — I need lessons from him!”
Penélope Cruz
The Spanish actress once said she was a “great fan of Indian cinema” and hoped to collaborate with SRK on a project shot in India.
Paulo Coelho
The acclaimed author of The Alchemist called Shah Rukh a “King, legend, and great actor,” recommending My Name Is Khan to Western audiences. He even said SRK “deserved an Oscar” for his performance.
Zayn Malik
Former One Direction star Zayn Malik admitted that meeting SRK in person completely changed his perception of him, praising his humility and warmth.
Pitbull
After performing with SRK at the IPL opening ceremony in 2013, Pitbull said he was blown away by the actor’s energy and generosity, adding, “I got to learn a few Bollywood steps from Shah Rukh!”
Sharon Stone
At the Red Sea Film Festival in 2022, Sharon Stone was left starstruck when she discovered SRK sitting beside her, saying she “gasped in excitement” upon seeing him.
John Cena
The WWE legend and actor called SRK an inspiration and said one of his TED Talks changed his life. “It was emotional to meet someone who’s impacted you so deeply,” Cena shared.
James Cameron
The Avatar and Titanic filmmaker once described SRK as a “giant movie star” after watching My Name Is Khan — and even asked for his autograph.
The global phenomenon without a Hollywood film
Interestingly, despite never appearing in a Hollywood movie, Shah Rukh’s influence transcends boundaries. Films like Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, My Name Is Khan, Swades, Pathaan, and Jawan have made him one of the world’s most recognized faces. His recent Cannes Film Festival appearance only reaffirmed his global stardom.
What’s next for King Khan
SRK is currently filming his highly anticipated movie King, directed by Siddharth Anand. The film features Deepika Padukone, Suhana Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, and Jaideep Ahlawat in pivotal roles. The project, which is still under wraps, promises to showcase SRK in a never-seen-before avatar.