Shah Rukh Khan didn't want to be a star because of Amitabh Bachchan's advice
In a career spanning over three decades,
has often spoken about the advice and wisdom he's received from industry legends. But in a conversation he shared with AIB, the superstar revealed a candid, lesser-known moment where
's well-meaning counsel once left him terrified about the life of a star — so much so that it made him question if he even wanted to be one.
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Recalling the advice, Shah Rukh shared how early in his career, Amitabh Bachchan explained to him the cost of fame, warning that public perception often has little to do with the truth . He stated that Big B told him that if he ever made a mistake just fold your hands and apologize.
A young and idealistic Shah Rukh, not quite grasping the complexities of stardom, questioned this logic by asking if he hadn't made that mistake and the answer he got was apologize anyway.
He went on to narrate the cautionary scenarios Bachchan laid out for him. If someone were to misbehave or even physically confront him, retaliating would only backfire. Sharing an example Big B explained that if he tries punch back to someone who punched him then it will be told that you were drunk, money has gone to your head, you are an illegal kind of person.
For Shah Rukh, this honest but sobering picture of a star's life was daunting.
'I got so scared. I didn't want to be a star.' he recalled.
Shah Rukh Khan is now gearing up for an action-thriller King, directed by
, The film marks the first on-screen collaboration between Shah Rukh Khan and his daughter,
, who plays his protégé.
is cast as an antagonist. Abhay Verma portrays Suhana's boyfriend, contributing to the film's emotional depth.
and
are also part of the cast, with reports suggesting both playing a significant roles. Veteran actors
and Jackie Shroff are included in the ensemble, enhancing the film's appeal.
and
also join the cast. King is slated for a 2026 release, with filming having commenced in Mumbai and plans for international shoots.
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