Shah Rukh Khan to be honoured at Saudi Arabia's Red Sea Film Festival

Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan, who will soon be seen on the big screen with 'Pathaan', recently hosted a fun Q&A session on his Twitter. He even consoled a heartbroken fan as the latter's love interest is set to marry someone else. — Shah Rukh Khan (Instagram)

New Delhi: Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is set to be felicitated with an honorary award by Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea International Film Festival.

According to Deadline, the actor and producer will receive an honorary award at the festival’s upcoming second edition running from December 1-10. The prize recognizing his contribution to the film industry will be presented at the opening ceremony.

Variety has reported that Shah Rukh commented on receiving this honour and said, “I am truly honoured to receive this award from the Red Sea International Film Festival.”

SRK receives Global Icon of Cinema and Cultural Narrative award at Sharjah Int'l Book Fair — Shah Rukh Khan (Photo: Instagram)

As per the outlet, he noted that his fans from Saudi Arabia and the region have always been huge supporters of his films.

“I’m looking forward to celebrating the region’s talent and being a part of this exciting film community,” he added.

Meanwhile, on the work front, Shah Rukh Khan will be next seen in director Siddharth Anand’s upcoming action thriller film ‘Pathaan’ alongside Deepika Padukone and John Abraham. The film is all set to hit the theatres on January 25, 2023, in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.

He will also star in Rajkumar Hirani’s upcoming film ‘Dunki’ alongside Taapsee Pannu and south director Atlee’s upcoming action thriller film ‘Jawan’ opposite south actor Nayanthara, which is all set to hit the theatres on June 2, 2023.

Shah Rukh Khan to be honoured at Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Film Festival

Reportedly, Shah Rukh Khan noted that his fans from Saudi Arabia and the region have always been huge supporters of his films