Shah Rukh Khan Defies Industry Labels
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/ May 06, 2025, 12:07PM IST
At the WAVES 2025 Summit in Mumbai, Shah Rukh Khan addressed the ongoing 'insider vs outsider' debate in Bollywood. He emphasized that one's origin is less important than the determination to succeed. Reflecting on his own journey, SRK noted that the film industry embraced him despite his non-filmy background, reinforcing his belief that self-belief and perseverance are key to carving out a place in any field.

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