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Shah Rukh Khan fans once 'started pulling his hair': Veteran actor recalls a dangerous situation and how it was handled

Shah Rukh Khan fans once 'started pulling his hair': Veteran actor recalls a dangerous situation and how it was handled

Time of India30-04-2025
Veteran actor
Tiku Talsania
recently reflected on his experiences working with Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, revealing both personal moments and incidents showcasing the immense fan frenzy surrounding the actor. Speaking to ANI, Talsania offered an inside look into their collaborations over the years and shared fond memories from film sets.
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Tiku Talsania recalled a particularly memorable moment when Shah Rukh Khan bought a new car and offered him a ride. What made it even more special was Khan's generosity in allowing Talsania to drive the car himself. 'Unhone ne nayi gaadi khareedi to mujhe gaadi ki ride di, and I said ki chalau mai, to unhone kaha le jao. I went to Nariman Point and came back. It was a big thing for me that Shah Rukh Khan let me drive his car,' said the actor, calling it a significant gesture in their professional camaraderie.
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During the shoot of Oh Darling Yeh Hai India in 1995, Talsania witnessed firsthand the extreme love Shah Rukh Khan received from fans. Recalling the incident, he said, 'Fans came and started pulling his hair, because they were so much in love with him. We anyhow managed to bring him back on the sets and there were many such memories.' This moment, according to Talsania, highlighted the extraordinary frenzy that surrounds King Khan even during routine shoots.
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Talsania also expressed deep admiration for Khan's talent and career. Calling him an exceptional actor, he remarked, 'Shah Rukh Khan to bahut bade actor hai…uski kaam ki fehrisht bahut badi hai… His merit list is much higher than his work. That is why he is called King Khan.' He spoke with high regard for the superstar's journey and contributions to the film industry.
Behind-the-Scenes Struggles on Set
The veteran actor opened up about the difficulties he faced while shooting Oh Darling Yeh Hai India. Financial issues had affected the production, but despite the setbacks, including bounced cheques, Talsania and Khan continued working. 'We were shooting Oh Darling Yeh Hai India. I got a little heated there, and then he (Shah Rukh Khan) asked what happened. I said the cheque has been bounced six times; the money has not come. Still, we are working on the sets,' he revealed, offering a glimpse into their resilience as professionals.
Talsania is well known for his comedic roles in classics like Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa, Ishq, Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke, Hungama, and Dhamaal. He also worked with Aamir Khan and Salman Khan in Andaz Apna Apna and said he would gladly reprise his role if a sequel is ever made, adding, 'Why not? It's an iconic film.'
Looking ahead, Talsania spoke about his interest in experimenting with roles and expressed a desire to play a villain, stating, 'Every actor wants to play different roles.' He also discussed his upcoming Gujarati film Jai Mata Ji - Let's Rock, directed by Manish Saini, which is slated to release on May 9. 'I liked the script of the film and the approach of the director, so I decided to do the film,' he said.
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