In a dazzling display of admiration, Dubai’s Burj Khalifa illuminated its facade with the image of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan to celebrate his 59th birthday. The tribute was unveiled on Saturday evening, captivating fans who gathered from across the UAE to partake in the celebration of the beloved actor.
As night fell, the world’s tallest building showcased a striking portrait of Shah Rukh Khan, accompanied by a heartfelt birthday message. Fans cheered with excitement, capturing the moment on their smartphones as they witnessed the extraordinary tribute. This isn’t the first time the iconic skyscraper has honored SRK; the Burj Khalifa has a history of commemorating his birthdays with similar illuminations and has even screened trailers for some of his blockbuster films.
Exclusive: Shah Rukh Khan features on World’s tallest Building Burj Khalifa on his 59th Birthday. [Video Soon]#HappyBirthdaySRK #ShahRukhKhan pic.twitter.com/9o7izWfPRq
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burj khalifa lights up to shower shah rukh khan with love on his 59th birthday <3 pic.twitter.com/Mf55WcSceM
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While the Burj Khalifa lit up in his honor, Shah Rukh Khan celebrated his special day in Mumbai with close family and friends. Due to security concerns, the star was unable to follow his tradition of greeting fans from his Mannat bungalow. Instead, he attended a private fan event where he shared personal anecdotes and imparted wisdom, encouraging attendees to pursue their dreams. “The fact is that we come from nowhere… Continue to work hard, study, keep writing and follow your dream,” he advised, reinforcing the importance of perseverance.
Valuable Life Lessons from the KING himself !! Inspiring as always 💕✨
HBD WORLDS BIGGEST STAR #HappyBirthdaySRK#HappyBirthdayShahRukhKhan #HBDSRK #SRKDay @iamsrk pic.twitter.com/IP7LUhanBD
— Shah Rukh Khan Universe Fan Club (@SRKUniverse) November 2, 2024
On social media, Khan’s wife, Gauri Khan, shared glimpses of their intimate birthday celebration. Posting two pictures from their evening on Instagram, she captioned the memories, “A memorable evening last night with friends and family… happy birthday @iamsrk.”
Looking ahead, Shah Rukh Khan is set to appear in the highly anticipated film King, where he will star alongside his daughter, Suhana Khan. Fans eagerly await his return to the big screen, following his recent successes.
This year’s birthday celebrations showcased not only Khan’s immense popularity but also the affection his fans hold for him, both in India and abroad.
