Even at 59, Shah Rukh Khan's mind is razor-sharp. His mental fitness formula will surprise you
Shah Rukh Khan participated in the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit 2025. He shared his views with Karan Johar and Deepika Padukone. He spoke about his life, career, and family. Khan mentioned his approach to life and his relationship with his children. He emphasized the importance of laughter in relationships. The audience enjoyed his wit and wisdom.
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When Shah Rukh Khan walks into a room, the energy shifts. Be it on screen or off it, the charisma is undeniable. After two massive blockbusters in Pathaan and Jawan , the 59-year-old superstar continues to be at the top of his game—and yet, never shies away from showing his playful, philosophical side. At the inaugural session of the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025, SRK did exactly that: spoke from the heart, made witty comments, made the audience laugh, and reminded everyone why he's not just a movie star, but a master storyteller in real life too.Speaking on a panel titled 'The Journey: From Outsider to Ruler', Khan joined director Karan Johar and actor Deepika Padukone for a lively fireside chat. According to reports in PTI, Shah Rukh Khan said that he does not 'indulge in overworking, overthinking.' When he is not on the sets, he said he does not do anything and is in a 'meditative state', when asked about his approach to life off-screen.Shah Rukh Khan also reflected on his younger years and called himself 'brash, overconfident, reckless, and a lot more stupid'. He also said he was 'a little gutsy'. He added, 'Thank you, young Shah Rukh Khan for being so cool,' drawing laughter and applause.At the same event, Shah Rukh Khan had the audience in splits as he opened up about his role at home, admitting that his kids find him more amusing than authoritative. Whether he's trying to lay down rules or offer fatherly advice, his children apparently can't take him seriously, often reacting with mock drama. He joked that despite his superstar status, he's more of a punchline in his own household.Blending humour with heartfelt insight, Khan also reflected on the importance of laughter in relationships . He suggested that being able to make your children—or even your parents—laugh can be one of the most fulfilling ways to stay connected and never feel alone.In classic SRK fashion, the actor effortlessly moved between personal anecdotes and life lessons, reminding fans that beneath all the stardom, he remains as grounded and relatable as ever.
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