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Time of India
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shah Rukh Khan's savage reply after Navjot Singh Sidhu warned him '‘Bollywood will eat you like a sausage': 'I don't compete with...'
Navjot Singh Sidhu recounted a conversation where he cautioned a young Shah Rukh Khan about Bollywood's cutthroat nature. SRK, unfazed, confidently stated he only competes with himself. Sidhu highlighted SRK's politeness and Abhishek Bachchan noted his unparalleled security. This anecdote precedes SRK's recent blockbuster comeback with films like Pathaan, Jawan and Dunki. Navjot Singh Sidhu recently opened up about a candid moment with Shah Rukh Khan , where he warned the young actor about the fierce challenges of Bollywood. What followed was a bold and confident response from SRK that perfectly captured the superstar's fearless mindset — a mindset that has driven him to become one of the biggest names in Indian cinema. From Television Stardom to Rising Bollywood Icon Sidhu recalled meeting Shah Rukh in Lucknow after a match, where SRK was clearly excited to meet him. In return, Sidhu mentioned that he watched television mainly to see SRK in shows like Fauji and Circus. When Kapil Dev asked Sidhu about who SRK was, Sidhu described him as a rising big star. Facing Bollywood's Challenges Head-On Sidhu recalled asking SRK about his future plans and warning him against entering Bollywood. He cautioned SRK about the challenges ahead, saying he would need strong support since his parents wouldn't be there. Despite the warning about the fierce competition that could easily overwhelm him, SRK confidently replied that he would manage on his own. Sidhu then remembered how Shah Rukh responded to his warning, explaining that SRK told him he didn't see anyone else as competition—he competed only with himself. He described SRK as a very polite man, just as he is today. Sidhu also recalled Abhishek Bachchan 's comment on their show, saying SRK is the only person who isn't insecure. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 7 Things Changing for Seniors on Social Security in 2025 HealthyWallet Learn More Undo According to Bachchan, only someone as strong and steady as the Himalayas can remain unaffected by small challenges—and SRK has always been that way. Bollywood's King Khan made a blockbuster comeback with Pathaan, which smashed box office records by grossing over ₹1,000 crore. He followed this success with Jawan and Dunki. Currently, SRK is busy working on his next film, King, directed by Siddharth Anand. The movie reportedly features a star-studded cast, including Suhana Khan , Deepika Padukone , Rani Mukerji , Abhishek Bachchan, Abhay Verma, Saurabh Shukla, and others in key roles. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
News18
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Shah Rukh Khan Was Warned Against Joining Bollywood: 'Tere Matt Maari Gaye Hai?'
Last Updated: It is not a secret that before stepping into the film industry, SRK worked on a few television shows, including the popular Fauji. Shah Rukh Khan needs no introduction. The Bollywood superstar enjoys a massive fan following around the world. It is not a secret that before stepping into the film industry, SRK worked on a few television shows, including the popular Fauji. However, do you know that King Khan was also discouraged from joining Bollywood? In a recent interview, cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu recalled meeting Shah Rukh Khan in Lucknow before the actor even moved to Mumbai. 'Shah Rukh came up to me and said, 'Sir, I am a huge fan'. I told him, 'I watch you every day. We switch on the TV just to see you on Fauji and Circus'. He was very happy to hear that. Kapil Dev asked me who he was and I told him that he is the next star," Sidhu said, during a chat on Magic Moments' YouTube channel. Navjot Singh Sidhu then revealed what happened when he asked SRK about his future plans. 'He said, Sir, I am going to Bollywood. I said, 'Teri mat maari gayi hai? (Have you lost your mind?)' I told him, 'You need parents there, you need someone who can support you. Your parents aren't there, you just told me'. He told me, 'Sidhu saab, I will manage'," Sidhu recalled. However, when Shah Rukh told Sidhu about his plans of joining Bollywood, the cricketer asked him not to do it. 'I told him, 'there's cutthroat competition there. They will eat you like a sausage for breakfast'. That's the exact line I told him. He said 'Sidhu saab, can I say something?' He told me, 'I don't compete with anyone. I am my own competition'." Navjot Singh Sidhu further praised Shah Rukh Khan and shared, 'He is a very polite man. He is just as polite today. Abhishek Bachchan came on our show. He said, 'He is the only guy who is not insecure'. Only those who are completely comfortable with themselves are not insecure." Meanwhile, Shah Rukh Khan will soon be seen alongside his daughter, Suhana Khan, in the movie King. The film will also star Abhay Verma in a key role. First Published:
Hindustan Times
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Navjot Singh Sidhu says he warned Shah Rukh Khan ‘Bollywood will eat you like a sausage', recalls his savage response
Before becoming the king of romance with films like Dilwale Dulhania Le Jaayenge, Devdas, and Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Shah Rukh Khan gained recognition through his television series, such as Fauji. In a conversation with Magic Moments YouTube Channel, Navjot Singh Sidhu recalled how he had warned SRK when he said he was going to Bollywood, and also shared the superstar's savage response. (Also Read: Shah Rukh Khan's respectful gesture during National Anthem at IPL 2025 opening ceremony wins hearts. Watch) Sidhu recalled meeting SRK in Lucknow after a match and how SRK was fanboying over him, but in return, he told him that he watched television to see him in Fauji and Circus. When Kapil Dev asked Sidhu who SRK was, he recalled replying, "He is a big star." Sidhu then remembered asking SRK about his future plans and how he warned him against working in Bollywood. "He said, Sir, I am going to Bollywood. I said, 'Teri mat maari gayi hai? (Have you lost your mind?)' I told him, 'you need parents there, you need someone who can support you. Your parents aren't there, you just told me'. He told me, 'Sidhu saab, I will manage.' I told him, 'there's cutthroat competition there. They will eat you like a sausage for breakfast'. That's the exact line I told him," Sidhu said. He then recalled SRK's response to his warning and said, "SRK said 'Sidhu saab, can I say something?' He told me, 'I don't compete with anyone. I am my own competition'. He is a very polite man. He was very polite, and he is the same even today. Abhishek Bachchan came on our show, he said, 'SRK is the only guy who is not insecure'. Only that person can not be insecure who knows that he is like the Himalaya mountain and small things couldn't affect him. He was still like this." SRK made his comeback to the big screen with Pathaan, and created a stir at the box office with the film earning over ₹1,000 crore gross. He followed this success with Jawan and Dunki. Now, the actor is currently working on his upcoming film King. Helmed by Siddharth Anand, the film also reportedly stars Suhana Khan, Deepika Padukone, Rani Mukerji, Abhishek Bachchan, Abhay Verma, Saurabh Shukla and others in key roles.
Hindustan Times
9 hours ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Punjab: AAP's Sikhya model failed in edu sector: Balbir Sidhu
Senior Congress leader and former Punjab health minister Balbir Singh Sidhu on Thursday criticised the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)-led government in Punjab, accusing it of 'hollow governance' and failed promises in the education sector. Sidhu claimed that the much-hyped Sikhya model promoted by the AAP government was far from reality on the ground. The AAP administration's focus on advertisements and posters had not translated into tangible improvements in the education system, Sidhu said. He pointed to the work done during his tenure, stating, 'We constructed six state-of-the-art classrooms and purchased furniture worth ₹1 lakh, with ₹35 lakh allocated for upgrades in multiple schools across Mohali,' Sidhu said. 'Today, the AAP government is inaugurating toilet repairs and calling it an education revolution,' Sidhu added. The Congress leader further criticised the AAP government for failing to upgrade schools despite its claims, highlighting teacher shortages and poor infrastructure that persist in many schools. 'The visible improvements are a result of the work done by previous governments, not AAP,' Sidhu said. Sidhu demanded that chief minister Bhagwant Mann and the AAP leadership shift their focus from publicity stunts and empty slogans to completing long-pending educational projects in Mohali region.
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Rapper Raja Kumari becomes first Indian origin musician to win AMA award
Indian origin singer-songwriter and rapper Raja Kumari wins an American Music Award (AMA) on Tuesday. She was nominated for 'Arcane League of Legends: Season 2' at the 51st AMA held in Los Angeles on Monday night. In an interview to PTI earlier, Kumari had said she was the first Indian origin musician to be nominated for an AMA. 'Renegade (We Never Run)' from 'Arcane League of Legends', a collaboration between Kumari, UK hip-hop artist Stefflon Don and Dominican-Brazilian artist Jarina de Marco, was nominated under the Favourite Soundtrack category. Kumari told PTI that the song was really special for her. 'Stefflon (Don) and I kind of share the Sidhu (Moose Wala) connection. She has a song with Sidhu, too. And when I was meeting Sidhu during the time that we were collaborating, he had played me the song. So, I've always had this soft spot in my heart for her because we both kind of share this gentle giant,' Kumari told PTI. She said she was approached for the song because the character in the film is Indian. 'They (Arcane team) had heard about me as being representative of our culture and being able to make aggressive music as a woman,' added Kumari. She said she never really expected the song to become such a big hit. ALSO READ:Finding calm in chaos with Raja Kumari 'The song actually went top 10 in the world on the 'Viral 50' charts on Spotify. It was something that kind of came out of nowhere. I just did a song for a film. I didn't have many expectations for it. It ended up really impacting people,' said Kumari. The AMA nomination, added the rapper, came at a time when she was beginning to believe that perhaps one has to focus on one genre to make it big. 'And I've always been a global artist, so an AMA award is a great reminder that there's still much more work for me to do, and still much more for me to impact and grow,' she added.
