Shah Rukh Khan turned 61 on November 2, receiving birthday wishes from friends, co-stars and fans. Salman Khan marked the occasion by calling him “The King” and sharing Tu Mil Jaaye, the latest song from Shah Rukh’s upcoming film King.Kajol and filmmaker Atlee also posted messages celebrating their bond with Shah Rukh.
The actor, meanwhile, returned to the balcony of his Mumbai residence, Mannat, after two years and greeted the crowd gathered outside.Salman shared Tu Mil Jaaye on Instagram Stories. Featuring Arijit Singh and Ed Sheeran, the song was released as a surprise for Shah Rukh’s fans on his birthday.Addressing Shah Rukh as “The King”, Salman wrote, “May you always stay young, The King.
That is my prayer (sic).” Salman and Shah Rukh, remembered together for Karan Arjun (1995), have been friends for decades. Their relationship has had its ups and downs, but it remains one of Bollywood’s most discussed friendships.Kajol sends Shah Rukh a hug Kajol celebrated her longtime co-star’s birthday by sharing a picture on Instagram Stories.
In the photograph, Shah Rukh appeared to lean in to kiss her cheek as she smiled.“Happy Birthday @iamsrk! Stay the absolute rockstar that you are.
Sending you the biggest hug today! (sic)” she wrote.Shah Rukh and Kajol have appeared together in several films, including Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995), Karan Arjun (1995), Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998), Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001), My Name Is Khan (2010) and Dilwale (2015). Their screen chemistry has made them one of Hindi cinema’s most popular pairs.Atlee thanks his mentorAtlee, who directed Shah Rukh in Jawan, also shared a birthday message and thanked the actor for being his mentor, guide and source of inspiration.In a post on X, Atlee wrote, “Happy, happy, happy birthday, King Khan, SRK sir!
The song Tu Mil Jaaye is lovely. Can’t wait to see you on the big screen, sir.
Looking forward to KING (sic).”He added, “Thank you for being my mentor, my guide, my well-wisher and my biggest inspiration in this incredible journey. The time spent with you has taught me so much — not just about cinema, but about life, people and staying truly humble.
Grateful, always. Atlee (sic).”Shah Rukh returns to the Mannat balconyShah Rukh revived his birthday tradition of greeting fans from the balcony of Mannat after a gap of two years.He first waved to fans outside The Taj hotel, where he reportedly celebrated with family and close friends.
He later stepped onto the Mannat balcony to greet the large crowd outside his residence.A huge screen had been installed at the bungalow ahead of his birthday. Shortly after midnight on November 2, it displayed the latest song from King, offering fans an early birthday treat.Directed by Siddharth Anand, the action entertainer reunites the actor and director after Pathaan (2023) and marks Shah Rukh’s big-screen return after three years.The film also reunites him with Deepika Padukone.
Their chemistry in Tu Mil Jaaye has already drawn attention from fans.King will also mark Suhana Khan’s theatrical debut. She and Shah Rukh will share the screen for the first time in the film, which is scheduled for release on December 24.- Ends