The World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025 kicked off in Mumbai, with Bollywood’s biggest names taking center stage. On the opening day, superstar Shah Rukh Khan made a grand appearance alongside actress Deepika Padukone. The two stars shared the stage for a session titled “The Journey: From Outsider to Ruler,” moderated by filmmaker Karan Johar during
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The conversation between Shah Rukh and Deepika was filled with candid revelations and light-hearted humor. Shah Rukh confessed that despite his superstar status, he’s inherently shy. He jokingly revealed that he often hides behind Deepika at social gatherings because she’s taller than him. Deepika playfully corroborated this, saying they both tend to “hide behind each other” at events.
Shah Rukh also praised Deepika, saying that being a mother to their daughter, Dua, is likely the best role she’ll ever play. The on-screen duo has shared the spotlight in several films, including “Om Shanti Om”. The WAVES Summit 2025 continues to draw attention as industry leaders discuss the future of entertainment.