Shah Rukh Khan reveals he was 'low on confidence' about 'Pathaan' success
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Shah Rukh Khan reveals he was 'low on confidence' about 'Pathaan' success
MUMBAI (Web Desk) – Bollywood’s ‘Badshah’ Shah Rukh Khan made a public appearance for the first time after the release of “Pathaan”. He admitted to having low confidence in “Pathaan” due to the failure of “Zero” at the box office.
Conversing with the media, he said, “Thank you for bringing life to the industry. This experience has yet not sunk for all this. Thanking everyone for the film. Go to people who love you. I have millions who love me. God has always given me a balcony ticket. The film experience is an experience of love. It should not hurt anyone. I was low on confidence. I got scared sometimes.”
He further added, “We are all extremely grateful to the audience and media for supporting the film so much in spite of the fact that there might have been things that would have curtailed the happy release of the film. There were times when we had to call people and ask them to please let us release our film peacefully. Film watching and filmmaking is an experience of love and I want to thank all the people who helped us release this film for the people.”
“Pathaan” has gained the title of “highest opening weekend film” with collections of 542 crores within five days.
Shah Rukh Khan’s comeback
“Pathaan” is Shah Rukh’s comeback film after “Zero” which was released in 2018. The film was made after spending Rs2 billion and only managed to earn Rs1.86 billion. The film flopped at the box office.
Perks of boycott
“Pathan” is one of the few films that got boycott threats soon after its first trailer was released. As soon as the film’s first song “Be Sharm Rang” was released, the demand for boycott intensified. This demand was also made by the ruling leaders and ministers on social media.
These people said that Deepika’s saffron coloured clothes have hurt the sentiments of Hindus. Some even demanded that the song be removed from the film.
One result of this was that the song was able to reach millions of viewers. Another result was seen in theatres, when this song was played in the movie, some people were seen dancing in the cinema hall itself.
Shah Rukh’s Silence
In 2017 Shah Rukh was asked a question at the India Today Conclave – “You are a good Muslim, but let’s face it, you are Shikhar Krishna. Shah Rukh said without a second’s pause that I am Shekhar Radhakrishna i.e. SRK.
This video is still viral on social media. The reason is that Shah Rukh is known for his intellect. But despite this, Shah Rukh’s silence over the past two years has been noted by many.
Then whether it is the case related to Aryan Khan’s arrest or his son getting bail in the absence of evidence. Be it “spitting” for praying to Lata Mangeshkar’s dead body or facing a day and night boycott on social media, Shah Rukh’s silence was very evident.
He was never seen talking about aforementioned incidents.
Global Recognition
Indian films have fans all over the world. It starts with Raj Kapoor’s Russian fans and the long list includes Shah Rukh Khan. The film is earning more globally than India as it is loved by his fans worldwide.
According to Yash Raj Films, Shah Rukh’s comeback film has earned Rs2.8 billion in five days.
