Shah Rukh Khan: A gift to Bollywood and a blessing to wit and humour

If there’s one man who rules Bollywood, it undoubtedly has to be Shah Rukh Khan. The man literally built his empire from scratch and is the reason that aspiring actors from all corners of the country flock to Mumbai to try their luck in the world of movies. SRK came with the duality of breath of fresh air and an unstoppable force that changed the face of mainstream Indian cinema forever.

He not just proved his mettle in acting but also opened new avenues in the business world by generating revenue streams with his sharp business acumen. Well, the man has an economics honours degree, perhaps one of the many reasons he understands business so well. However, acting and terrific business acumen is not the only thing that SRK boasts of. The king as the world calls him, has aces up his sleeves when it comes to wit, humour and comebacks in conversations.

Today, as King Khan celebrates his 55th birthday, let’s take a look at some of his wittiest or profound quotes and comebacks that he has unleashed on unsuspecting mere mortals time and again.

1. His thoughts on how laziness affects creativity:

“In the world of creativity, laziness translates into an inability to be rigorous enough to create fearlessly. It makes us plagiarize or water our creativity down to make it more acceptable to the public.”

 

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To everybody here’s looking at all the colours of light. May your happiness be in all shades, vibrancy & madness of these colours. Happy Holi & be safe.

A post shared by Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) on Mar 10, 2020 at 4:07am PDT

2. How he views success and failure:

“Success is not a good teacher, failure makes you humble.”

 

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Don’t know when my passion became my purpose and then turned into my profession. Thank u all for so many years of allowing me to entertain you. More than my professionalism I believe my passionalism will see me through many more years of service to all of you. 28 years and counting… and thank u @gaurikhan for capturing this moment.

A post shared by Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) on Jun 27, 2020 at 11:36pm PDT

3. Overwhelmed with love, yet never stops being inspired- that’s SRK for you:

“When people call me God, I say, no, I’m still an angel or saint of acting. I still have a long way to go.”

 

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I believe this moment in our lives will finally be a memory of when we had all the time on our hands & our loved ones in our arms. Here’s wishing this for every1. Stay Safe.Stay Distant.Stay Healthy. PS:The selfie has nothing to do with the msg, thought I look good, so I sneaked it in

A post shared by Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) on Apr 5, 2020 at 2:33am PDT

4. He never takes his fans’ love for granted:

“The reason I’m good to fans and I believe in them is because I’m employed by them.”

 

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Not one for telling anyone how they should be…or do what should be done…or what this year & future made to be. I have so many frailties myself…that I wish may the future be kind to all of us…& we be who we are. May Allah be kind to us inspite of ourselves. Happy New Year

A post shared by Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) on Dec 31, 2019 at 4:01pm PST

5. Wit as sharp as a knife:

“I don’t write cheques anymore because I end up signing them “with love, Shan Rukh Khan”.”

 

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“Your feelings are your Super powers”…just wanted to sound ‘deep’…the real reason for the post is to try out this new filter on the pic!

A post shared by Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) on Dec 7, 2019 at 5:35am PST

6. When asked if he’s bisexual, this is what he had to say:

“I’m not bisexual, I’m tri – sexual, I try everything.”

 

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Finally the California sun is out….it’s time for the Pool…maybe should dress right for it now at my @airbnb villa in LA #Ad #LAonAirbnb

A post shared by Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) on Dec 5, 2019 at 3:41pm PST

7. When he threw the Googly at Mandira Bedi:

During an earlier season of the IPL Mandira Bedi asked SRK, “Do you think having Shilpa Shetty (Rajasthan Royals) and Preity Zinta (Kings XI Punjab) as rival team owners will sour their relations with you?” and pat came the reply from SRK, “Well Mandira, I hope not. You see, I started both their careers. And as far as I can remember, I started yours too.”

 

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And a very heartfelt Thank u to everyone who is reading this. Every year I feel that this is the most memorable birthday celebrations & every next year all your love makes it bigger & more memorable. I must be the only person in the world who feels happy getting older! Love u all

A post shared by Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) on Nov 4, 2019 at 2:38am PST

8. When he served KJo a shot of double espresso on his own show:

In an episode of ‘Koffee With Karan’, host Karan Johar asked, “If you woke up one morning and found out that you have turned in Aamir, you would?” Shah Rukh replied saying, “I would tell the world that Shah Rukh is the better actor”.

 

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Thanks again @karanjohar for The Dust of Gods jacket. Will never be able to match your Fashionista sense of style…but trying….( somebody get me my heels!! )

A post shared by Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) on Oct 20, 2019 at 6:18am PDT

9. Well, he knows how to make fun of himself, that’s a sign of a good sense of humour:

SRK once mentioned, “Whenever I start feeling too arrogant about myself, I always take a trip to the U.S. The immigration guys kick the star out of my stardom”.

 

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Did an all nighter…cleaning up my library. A bit shabby & smelling of books, dust and happiness…

A post shared by Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) on Sep 29, 2019 at 10:21pm PDT

10. On parenthood and being a loving husband:

“Whenever I fail as a father or husband… a toy and a diamond always works.”

 

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On the way to @latrobeuni University.. Thank you for the kind gesture of offering a scholarship to a girl student from India for higher education and supporting the work at @meerfoundationofficial

A post shared by Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) on Aug 8, 2019 at 8:43pm PDT

So that was our story on some of the quirkiest and profound quotes and comebacks by SRK. We will be back with more such interesting stories. 

And we wish the King of Romance a very Happy Birthday.

Also Read: Shah Rukh Khan Birthday Week: Angad Hasija, Vikas Sethi and other TV celebs send their love and best wishes to the superstar

Ramesh Modi

Consulting Editor @ BollywoodBubble.
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