Shah Rukh Khan, the renowned Bollywood superstar, who recently celebrated his 59th birthday, left fans entertained and enlightened during a special fan event held in Bandra, Mumbai. For the past few years, Khan has been gracing such events where he not only celebrates his birthday with fans but also interacts with them, offering humorous insights and engaging stories that endear him further to the public.
During this year’s event, amidst the typical dance performances and his signature witty one-liners, Khan touched upon a rather personal question that one might rarely see discussed publicly – the dynamics of sibling rivalry within his family. As Khan and his wife, Gauri, are the proud parents of three children – Aryan, Suhana, and the youngest, AbRam – naturally, fans were curious about the family’s internal dynamics when it comes to disputes among the siblings, particularly considering the age difference between AbRam and his older siblings.
When a fan asked whose side he would take in a hypothetical fight among his children, Shah Rukh Khan, quite characteristically, responded with humor before confessing his honest perspective. He joked, “I think they don’t have a fight. I feel pity for them. By the grace of God, they must have had a fight. Otherwise, there is a big problem in the distribution of property.” This was classic Khan, tactfully infusing humor even while addressing family matters.
Moving on, he openly expressed his support for his daughter Suhana, revealing, “I think, I will support Suhana. The girls are fine. I mean, I like them but boys have hair on their body. I find girls very beautiful. I find them very sweet. I find them very strong. So, I will support Suhana because it is the side of strength. So, I will support her with strength.
.” His candid preference indicates his admiration for Suhana’s strength and perhaps, a subtle acknowledgment of a father-daughter bond that he holds dear.
The event also shed light on Khan’s reflections regarding his children’s foray into the entertainment industry. Both Aryan and Suhana are carving out their own paths within the industry, with Suhana having made her acting debut with the Netflix release ‘The Archies,’ and Aryan preparing for his directorial debut on an OTT platform in the upcoming year.
Discussing his thoughts on their career choices, Khan was introspective. He has previously spoken about the tug of self-doubt that often accompanies artistic professions. However, on this occasion, he appeared more resolved and supportive, suggesting a growing comfort with his children’s professional pursuits.
Adding more flavor to the narrative, he gave the audience a glimpse of his birthday morning, sharing a bit of paternal wisdom. Despite waking up late, his day began with resolving an issue for his youngest, AbRam, whose iPad had malfunctioned. Shortly thereafter, he found himself assisting Suhana with a wardrobe malady. Laughing, he observed, “I learned from my family that your patience is directly proportional to the number of kids you have.”
Khan’s revelations didn’t just stop at family anecdotes. He expounded upon the life lessons he’s drawn from home and how he leverages them in his professional sphere. He remarked, “This is the learning that I carry from my home to my work. I try and fix the problems that people are facing, at my shoot, and at work. I think patience is the one thing I have learned from my family.”
As the birthday event unraveled, Khan’s interactions with his fans underscored how seamlessly he blends his personal life learnings into his public persona. The ease with which he discussed family matters reinforced the perception of Khan as not just a Bollywood icon but a relatable individual managing familial and professional roles with aplomb. Such candid interactions fervently ensure that Khan remains a beloved figure, adored not merely for his on-screen charisma but also for the endearing insights he shares into his off-screen life.
