Shah Rukh Khan praises 'Indian Government' for earning his first National Award in three decades: 'This serves as a reminder that...'
Shah Rukh Khan, the beloved Bollywood actor, shared a heartfelt video after receiving his first National Award for Best Actor for his 2023 film, Jawan. The video, recorded with him wearing a sling due to a recent injury he sustained on the sets of his upcoming film, King, was captioned, "Thank you for honouring me with the National Award."
In the clip, Khan expressed his gratitude to the government, jury, and fans for the recognition. He stated that a National Award is a reminder that his work matters and he should continue working hard and creating. Khan also emphasised the importance of acting, saying it is a responsibility to show the truth on screen.
The injury Khan sustained was minor, and he is recovering well after traveling to the US for medical consultation and then relocating to the UK to recuperate with his family. He has been advised a full month of rest, which has led to a delay in the film's production, pushing the next phase of shooting to September and October 2025.
The injury temporarily halted filming, including a postponed planned trip to Sri Lanka for shooting. Despite the setback, there is no cause for serious concern reported, and Khan is expected to return to work after his recovery period.
Jawan, produced by Red Chillies Entertainment, is an action thriller directed by Atlee. The film features a high-profile cast and marks the big-screen debut of his daughter Suhana Khan, sustaining considerable anticipation among fans even with the production delay.
The romantic track Chaleya from Jawan, sung by Shilpa Rao and Arijit Singh, won the second National Award for Best Female Playback Singer. The 71st National Awards full list of winners includes Shah Rukh Khan and Vikrant Massey for their performances in Jawan and 12th Fail respectively.
Khan's upcoming film, King, is directed by Siddharth Anand. The film's production has been delayed due to Khan's injury, but fans are eagerly awaiting its release. Khan was seen with a sling on his arm in the video, adding a poignant touch to his heartfelt message.
In the midst of his recovery from a minor injury sustained during the filming of King, Shah Rukh Khan remains determined to uphold his acting responsibilities, stating that it is a duty to show the truth on screen, as demonstrated by his latest project, Jawan. The film, produced by Red Chillies Entertainment, boasts a prestigious cast and marks the big-screen debut of his daughter Suhana Khan, generating buzz among fans. Remarkably, the romantic track Chaleya from Jawan earned the second National Award for Best Female Playback Singer, while both Shah Rukh Khan and Vikrant Massey received accolades for their performances in Jawan and 12th Fail respectively at the 71st National Awards. Despite the temporary halt in filming, Khan's career in the Indian entertainment industry, notably in movies and TV, alongside his Bollywood fame and celebrity status, continues to shine.
