Actor
Shah Rukh Khan
Shah Rukh Khan was born on November 2, 1965 in New Delhi, India. He debuted in film at age 27 and starred in 'Baazigar' at 28.
Shah Rukh Khan was born in 1965 and is currently 61 years old. Anyone born before 1965 is older than Shah.
Born
November 2, 1965
New Delhi, India
World pop: ~3.4B
Shah's age
61
Your age
20
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Shah's Life Timeline
Shah Rukh Khan was born on November 2, 1965, in New Delhi, India. He grew up in a middle-class family and showed an early interest in acting and sports. After completing his education, he began his career in the entertainment industry with television shows in the late 1980s, which laid the foundation for his future success in films.
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Khan's major career achievements began in the early 1990s when he made his film debut in 'Deewana' (1992), which was a commercial success. He quickly rose to fame with a series of blockbuster films, including 'Baazigar' (1993), 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge' (1995), and 'My Name is Khan' (2010). Over the years, he has received numerous awards for his performances, including 14 Filmfare Awards, establishing himself as one of the most celebrated actors in Indian cinema.
In addition to his acting career, Shah Rukh Khan has made significant contributions to the film industry as a producer and entrepreneur. He co-owns the production company Red Chillies Entertainment and the Kolkata Knight Riders, a franchise cricket team in the Indian Premier League. Khan's influence extends beyond cinema, as he is known for his philanthropy and has been recognized for his humanitarian efforts. As of now, he continues to be a prominent figure in Bollywood, with a fanbase that spans across the globe.
Debuted in film
Shah Rukh Khan was 27 years old when he debuted in the film 'Deewana'. This film marked the beginning of his illustrious career in Bollywood, leading to his rise as a leading actor in the industry.
Shah Rukh Khan was 27 years old when he debuted in film in 1992. Are you older than Shah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in 'Baazigar'
Shah Rukh Khan was 28 years old when he starred in 'Baazigar'. This film was pivotal in establishing him as a romantic hero and showcased his versatility as an actor.
Shah Rukh Khan was 28 years old when he starred in 'Baazigar' in 1993. Are you older than Shah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Featured in 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge'
Shah Rukh Khan was 30 years old when he featured in 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge'. This film became one of the longest-running films in Indian cinema and solidified his status as the 'King of Bollywood'.
Shah Rukh Khan was 30 years old when he featured in 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge' in 1995. Are you older than Shah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in Dil To Pagal Hai
Shah Rukh Khan starred in 'Dil To Pagal Hai,' winning the Filmfare Award for Best Actor for his performance in the romantic musical.
Shah Rukh Khan was 32 years old when he starred in Dil To Pagal Hai in 1997. Are you older than Shah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
Shah Rukh Khan starred in 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai,' one of the highest-grossing Bollywood films of the 1990s that became a cultural phenomenon.
Shah Rukh Khan was 33 years old when he starred in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai in 1998. Are you older than Shah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won Filmfare Award for Best Actor
Shah Rukh Khan was 35 years old when he won the Filmfare Award for Best Actor for his performance in 'Dil Se'. This award is one of the most prestigious in Indian cinema, highlighting his talent and popularity.
Shah Rukh Khan was 35 years old when he won Filmfare Award for Best Actor in 2000. Are you older than Shah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in Devdas
Shah Rukh Khan starred in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's epic romance 'Devdas,' which was selected for screening at the Cannes Film Festival.
Shah Rukh Khan was 37 years old when he starred in Devdas in 2002. Are you older than Shah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in Chak De! India
Shah Rukh Khan starred in 'Chak De! India,' playing a disgraced hockey coach leading the Indian women's team to victory, considered one of his finest performances.
Shah Rukh Khan was 42 years old when he starred in Chak De! India in 2007. Are you older than Shah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in 'My Name is Khan'
Shah Rukh Khan was 45 years old when he starred in 'My Name is Khan'. This film addressed social issues and received critical acclaim, further showcasing his ability to tackle complex roles.
Shah Rukh Khan was 45 years old when he starred in 'My Name is Khan' in 2010. Are you older than Shah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in Chennai Express
Shah Rukh Khan starred in 'Chennai Express,' which became the highest-grossing Bollywood film at the time of its release.
Shah Rukh Khan was 48 years old when he starred in Chennai Express in 2013. Are you older than Shah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Co-owned Kolkata Knight Riders
Shah Rukh Khan was 50 years old when he co-owned the Kolkata Knight Riders, a franchise cricket team in the Indian Premier League. This venture expanded his influence beyond films into sports.
Shah Rukh Khan was 50 years old when he co-owned Kolkata Knight Riders in 2015. Are you older than Shah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Received the Crystal Award from the World Economic Forum
Shah Rukh Khan was 55 years old when he received the Crystal Award from the World Economic Forum. This award recognized his leadership in championing women's and children's rights, reflecting his commitment to social causes.
Shah Rukh Khan was 55 years old when he received the Crystal Award from the World Economic Forum in 2020. Are you older than Shah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in Pathaan
Shah Rukh Khan made a triumphant comeback with 'Pathaan,' an action thriller that broke multiple box office records in India.
Shah Rukh Khan was 58 years old when he starred in Pathaan in 2023. Are you older than Shah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in Jawan
Shah Rukh Khan starred in 'Jawan,' which became one of the highest-grossing Indian films of all time, cementing his return to superstardom.
Shah Rukh Khan was 58 years old when he starred in Jawan in 2023. Are you older than Shah was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by Year
| Year | Age | Notable Event |
|---|---|---|
| 1965 | 0 | |
| 1966 | 1 | |
| 1967 | 2 | |
| 1968 | 3 | |
| 1969 | 4 | |
| 1970 | 5 | |
| 1971 | 6 | |
| 1972 | 7 | |
| 1973 | 8 | |
| 1974 | 9 | |
| 1975 | 10 | |
| 1976 | 11 | |
| 1977 | 12 | |
| 1978 | 13 | |
| 1979 | 14 | |
| 1980 | 15 | |
| 1981 | 16 | |
| 1982 | 17 | |
| 1983 | 18 | |
| 1984 | 19 | |
| 1985 | 20 | |
| 1986 | 21 | |
| 1987 | 22 | |
| 1988 | 23 | |
| 1989 | 24 | |
| 1990 | 25 | |
| 1991 | 26 | |
| 1992 | 27 | debuted in film |
| 1993 | 28 | starred in 'Baazigar' |
| 1994 | 29 | |
| 1995 | 30 | featured in 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge' |
| 1996 | 31 | |
| 1997 | 32 | starred in Dil To Pagal Hai |
| 1998 | 33 | starred in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai |
| 1999 | 34 | |
| 2000 | 35 | won Filmfare Award for Best Actor |
| 2001 | 36 | |
| 2002 | 37 | starred in Devdas |
| 2003 | 38 | |
| 2004 | 39 | |
| 2005 | 40 | |
| 2006 | 41 | |
| 2007 | 42 | starred in Chak De! India |
| 2008 | 43 | |
| 2009 | 44 | |
| 2010 | 45 | starred in 'My Name is Khan' |
| 2011 | 46 | |
| 2012 | 47 | |
| 2013 | 48 | starred in Chennai Express |
| 2014 | 49 | |
| 2015 | 50 | co-owned Kolkata Knight Riders |
| 2016 | 51 | |
| 2017 | 52 | |
| 2018 | 53 | |
| 2019 | 54 | |
| 2020 | 55 | received the Crystal Award from the World Economic Forum |
| 2021 | 56 | |
| 2022 | 57 | |
| 2023 | 58 | starred in Pathaan |
| 2024 | 59 | |
| 2025 | 60 | |
| 2026 | 61 |
