Bachchan was voted the "greatest star of stage or screen" in the BBC Your Millennium online users poll in 1999. In October 2003, Time magazine said he is the undisputed godfather of Bollywood.
1. Shah Rukh Khan. Known for his trademark gelled spiked up crew cut with sunglasses, Shah Rukh Khan (SRK) is an Indian Bollywood movie star, movie producer, magazine model, showman, public speaker, author, philanthropist and television host/personality working predominantly in Hindi cinema.
Dadasaheb Phalke (born April 30, 1870, Trimbak, British India [now in Maharashtra, India]—died February 16, 1944, Nashik, Maharashtra) was a film director who is considered the father of Indian cinema.
Over the course of his career, he has appeared in 40 hits, including 14 superhits and blockbusters. In comparison, Salman Khan has 38 hits, Shah Rukh 34, while Aamir again brings up the rear with 21. The three Khans, however, have a better success rate, with each seeing 45-50% of their total films being successful.
Shah Rukh Khan (born Shahrukh Khan, 2 November 1965), popularly called as SRK, is sometimes referred to in the media as the "King of Bollywood" and "King Khan".
Phalke was inspired to make films after watching the silent film, The Life of Christ, in 1910. He sold all his assets and traveled to England to learn filmmaking and cinematography. In 1913, Phalke established Hindustan Film Company and produced Raja Harishchandra, which was India's first full-length feature film.
Kareena Kapoor's “size zero” was a highly publicized topic in the media during the release of her 2007 film “Tashan.” At that time, she had lost significant weight and achieved a very slim figure, which was referred to as “size zero.”
Babasaheb Ambedkar from a discriminated Mahar to the Father of Indian Constitution ...... He is the GodFather of dalit's and downtrodden in India. He led millions of oppressed, to a life of self-respect, dignity and responsibility.
Shah Rukh Khan (SRK) removed Aishwarya Rai from several films in the early 2000s, most notably Chalte Chalte and Veer-Zaara, primarily due to unprofessional conduct and disruptions caused by her then-boyfriend, Salman Khan, on sets, leading to tensions and production issues, a situation SRK later regretted but felt was a difficult professional choice at the time. SRK admitted it was unfair and a result of "unavoidable circumstances," while Aishwarya confirmed she was dropped from projects without explanation, though they later reconciled and worked together again in Ae Dil Hai Mushkil.
Shah Rukh Khan is significantly richer than Virat Kohli, with his net worth estimated around $1.4 billion as of late 2025, making him India's richest celebrity, while Virat Kohli's wealth is estimated in the hundreds of millions, though he often leads in brand value, according to sources like the BBC https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1ed21d5ezno, Zee News https://zeenews.india.com/photos/sports/cricket/battle-of-kings-who-has-a-higher-net-worth-between-virat-kohli-shah-rukh-khan-2944127, and the Hurun India Rich List https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1ed21d5ezno, Bollywood Life. Khan's wealth comes from decades in Bollywood, Red Chillies Entertainment, and the Kolkata Knight Riders, whereas Kohli earns from cricket, numerous endorsements, and businesses like One8.
According to the latest reports12, Ranveer Singh has been roped in to play the lead role of the ruthless and charismatic criminal mastermind Don, replacing Shah Rukh Khan who played the character in the previous two films.
While very few Indian films maintain a consistent 9.5+ IMDb rating with significant votes, you'll find highly-rated gems like the Kannada film Kantara (once hit 9.5), Tamil film Jai Bhim, Hindi film 12th Fail, and Malayalam cinema's Manichitrathazhu, alongside numerous short films and older classics with perfect or near-perfect ratings, though often with fewer votes, indicating extreme appreciation from a smaller audience.
🌍✨ The World's Biggest Superstar – Shah Rukh Khan 👑 Not self-proclaimed. Not given. Earned. From BBC to CNN, CNBC to SKY News — the global media recognizes what billions already know: There's only one King.
Shah Rukh Khan & Kajol: Arguably the king and queen of romance in Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol have delivered countless blockbusters like "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge" (DDLJ) and "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai."
