Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is set to celebrate his 60th birthday on November 2. To mark the occasion, a special film festival named in his honor will highlight some of his most memorable films. The festival is a gift to his fans, according to the actor.
PVR INOX, a major multiplex chain, announced the Shah Rukh Khan Film Festival. The event celebrates Khan’s extensive career and his lasting impact on cinema.
Khan himself shared the news on his Instagram account with a reel. He stated that some of his past films are returning to theaters. He jokingly noted that the characters haven’t changed much, only his hair and he has become a "little more handsome."
The festival, in collaboration with PVR INOX, begins on October 31 in select cinemas across India. Yash Raj Films (YRF) will handle international releases in the Middle East, North America, the UK, Europe, and Australia.
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The festival will run for two weeks. It will be showcased in over 75 cinemas across 30 cities.
Films selected for the festival include classics such as Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa, Dil Se, Devdas, Main Hoon Na, and Om Shanti Om. His recent blockbuster Jawan is also part of the lineup.
In a prior press release, Khan expressed his sentiments about the honor. He stated that cinema has always been his home. Seeing these films return to the big screen feels like a beautiful reunion.
He added that these films are not just his stories. They belong to the audiences who have embraced them with love for over 33 years.
Khan’s most recent films in 2023 were Jawan, Pathaan, and Dunki. He is currently filming King with his daughter Suhana Khan. The Siddharth Anand-directed project is expected to release in 2026.