B-Town stars extend their wishes to SRK on 50th birthday

Image
Press Trust of India Mumbai
Last Updated : Nov 02 2015 | 1:22 PM IST
As Shah Rukh Khan reached the milestone age of 50 today, his friends and colleagues made his day even more special by wishing the "energetic and inspiring" superstar.
In a career spanning 27 years, SRK has starred in films like "Baazigar", "Darr", "Yes Boss", "Pardes", "Dil To Pagal Hai", "Dil Se", "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai", "Mohabbatein", "Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham", "Kal Ho Naa Ho", "Veer-Zara", "Swades", "Om Shanti Om", "Chennai Express" and "Happy New Year" among others.
Leading the wishes on social media was the superstar's wife Gauri Khan, who posted a picture of SRK cutting his birthday cake.
"Happy Birthday @iamsrk.. It's just us tonight."
Filmmaker Karan Johar wished the actor and credited him for turning him into a director with "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai".
"A big reason for my beginning as a filmmaker. I will always be grateful... Happy 50 Bhai!!! Your golden era is legendary... Big love @iamsrk," Johar posted.
SRK's "Don" helmer Farhan Akhtar said, "Happy Birthday to you, happy birthday to you, happy birthday dear Don, happy."
The actor's "Happy New Year" director Farah Khan and co-stars Boman Irani and Sonu Sood also wished Shah Rukh.
"Happy 50th to my darling @iamsrk .. 50 yrs of combined friendship, millions of happy memories n many more to come," Farah said.
Boman tweeted, "Not seen a slip in his spritely step nor his mental ticker and fatigue is for those who try to keep up with him. 50? Ok! Happy birthday @iamsrk".
An emotional Sonu said, "I always wished I had an elder brother, then I met Shah... Yes wishes do come true. Happy birthday @iamsrk love you the most."
Actress Preity Zinta, who made her debut opposite the superstar in "Dil Se" said, "Happy birthday @iamsrk! Loads of love, luck, sexiness, health and blockbusters to my first hero and to the man I truly admire and love."
Actor Anupam Kher, who has starred with Shah Rukh in several films said, "Happy Birthday to the most charming, affectionate and infectious @iamsrk. Love, peace and happiness always."
Singer Sonu Nigam tweeted, "Happy Birthday to you my dear brother @iamsrk... God bless you with the health and ability to brighten the lives of your fans. Prayers."
Actress Sophie Choudhry said, "Happy birthday to the most inspiring, energetic, king of awesomeness @iamsrk. 50 is now cooler than ever because it's got you in the club! #SRKat50."
"Wishing @iamsrk a very happy 50th birthday! The euphoria today shows exactly why he is and always will be the King Khan of Indian cinema," actor Vivek Oberoi tweeted.
*Subscribe to Business Standard digital and get complimentary access to The New York Times

Smart Quarterly

₹900

3 Months

₹300/Month

SAVE 25%

Smart Essential

₹2,700

1 Year

₹225/Month

SAVE 46%
*Complimentary New York Times access for the 2nd year will be given after 12 months

Super Saver

₹3,900

2 Years

₹162/Month

Subscribe

Renews automatically, cancel anytime

Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans

Exclusive premium stories online

  • Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors

Complimentary Access to The New York Times

  • News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic

Business Standard Epaper

  • Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share

Curated Newsletters

  • Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox

Market Analysis & Investment Insights

  • In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor

Archives

  • Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997

Ad-free Reading

  • Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements

Seamless Access Across All Devices

  • Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app

More From This Section

First Published: Nov 02 2015 | 1:22 PM IST

Next Story