Mumbai: Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has once again captured the hearts of his fans, this time at the 77th Locarno Film Festival.
A video of the actor singing his iconic song ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ at the festival went viral, with fans and audiences worldwide sharing their excitement.
The video shows the ‘Jawan’ actor on stage, engaging with a large and enthusiastic crowd. In a heartwarming moment, the audience began singing ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ in unison, and Shah Rukh Khan joined in, much to the delight of everyone present. The crowd erupted in cheers as the superstar added his voice to the chorus, creating a memorable experience.
On August 10, the ‘Jawan’ actor became the first Indian personality to be honoured with a lifetime achievement award, also called Pardo alla Carriera, or Career Leopard, at the 77th edition of the Locarno Film Festival.
King Khan left the audience in awe with his everlasting charm. Several visuals from the festival surfaced online in which SRK can be seen making the crowd go crazy with his presence.
Decked up in a sleek black blazer and matching trousers, Shah Rukh’s had a dapper look for the festival. His long hair added to his look.
The main highlight was his speech which drew constant cheers and other ecstatic reactions. The Instagram handle of the Locarno Film Festival is flooded with pictures and videos of SRK from the festival.
As per Variety, SRK began by acknowledging the warm reception he received.
“Thank you all for welcoming me with such wide arms – wider than the ones I do on screen,” he quipped, referencing his famous open-armed pose. SRK then shared his thoughts on cinema.
“I truly believe cinema has been the most profound and influential artistic medium of our age. I’ve had the privilege of being part of this for many years and this journey has taught me a few lessons,” he added.
Reflecting on his 35-year career in the film industry, SRK touched on the diverse roles he has played. “I’ve been a villain, I’ve been a champ, I’ve been a superhero, I’ve been a zero, I’ve been a rejected fan, and I’ve been a very, very resilient lover.”
As part of the Locarno tribute, the festival also screened Khan’s 2002 hit Devdas from director Sanjay Leela Bhansali.
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