On Shahrukh Khan's 61st birthday, his royal style and brilliant film journey are again in the news. Behind names like 'Badshah' and 'King of Romance' lies the story of his popularity, romantic characters and superstar identity.
Tezzbuzz Desk – Some stars in Bollywood are identified by their names, while there are some whose surnames tell the story of their popularity. Shahrukh Khan is included among such stars. Some call him 'Badshah', some call him 'King Khan' and fans of his romantic style know him as 'King of Romance'. On the occasion of Shahrukh's 61st birthday, these names of his are being discussed and the journey which made him one of the most popular stars of Hindi cinema.
There is a connection between the film and the song behind the name 'Baadshah'
Shahrukh Khan's 1999 film 'Badshah' played an important role in giving recognition to his popular surname. The song 'Badshah O Badshah' from the film also gained immense popularity among the audience. Composer Anu Malik had told in a conversation that the song was composed keeping in mind the status of Shahrukh. Gradually the name 'Badshah' became associated with his star image.
The biggest basis of Shahrukh Khan's popularity has also been his romantic style. His characters in films like 'Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge', 'Dil To Pagal Hai', 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' and 'Devdas' made a special place in the hearts of the audience. Characters like Raj and Rahul in his films are still considered the epitome of romance. This is the reason why he came to be called the 'King of Romance'.
Discussion of Amitabh Bachchan's 'Shahenshah' and Shahrukh's 'Baadshah'
In Hindi cinema, Amitabh Bachchan is known by names like 'Shahenshah' and 'Mahanayak'. At the same time, the use of 'Badshah' and 'King Khan' became popular for Shahrukh Khan. Amitabh Bachchan and Shahrukh Khan were seen together in the film 'Mohabbatein'. The different personalities and popularity of both the stars also fueled film discussions during that period.
People are also interested in the name of Shahrukh Khan. The word 'Shah' in his name refers to king or emperor, while 'Rukh' can mean face or direction depending on the context. However, it would not be correct to consider the meaning of the name as the sole reason for his 'King' nickname. This identity has been strengthened mainly by his long film journey, popularity and connect with the audience.
Identity of action star also strengthened with 'Pathan' and 'Jawaan'
Along with his romantic image, Shahrukh Khan has created his own identity in action films as well. The success of films like 'Pathan' and 'Jawaan' showed that apart from romance, he can also attract the audience on the big screen with strong action and big mission roles. His different style was also seen in films like 'Dinky'.
Discussion is also going on about Shahrukh Khan's upcoming film 'King'. The film is being directed by Siddharth Anand and his daughter Suhana Khan will also be seen in it. According to the report, the film is scheduled to release in theaters on December 24, 2026. The name of the film has also brought his 'King Khan' nickname back into the limelight.
Shahrukh Khan's reign is not limited to any one film or song. From romantic characters to action films, he has reinvented his image with time. This is the reason why for his fans 'King Khan' has become not just a nickname but the identity of his long and memorable film journey.