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The Badshah of Bollywood turns 60 on November 2, time to press play on his greatest hits to celebrate SRK’s enduring star power, unmatched charisma and cinematic magic. Which of his iconic films will you watch first or re-watch?
Shah Rukh Khan celebrates his 60th birthday this Sunday, November 2, 2025.
New Delhi: As Shah Rukh Khan steps into his 60th year on November 2, 2025, fans have a ready‑made way to celebrate, a binge‑watch weekend of his most iconic films now available on popular OTT platforms. Known affectionately as “King Khan” and “Badshah of Bollywood”, his legacy spans more than three decades and an extraordinary range of roles.
This birthday weekend offers an ideal opportunity to revisit his classics. Titles such as Darr, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (DDLJ), Don, Devdas, Chak De! India, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi, Swades, Pathaan and Jawan are among his standout works. Some of these films are already streaming on platforms like Amazon Prime Video and Netflix, while others may be available as part of the celebration bundles or at special screenings.
Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995)
Often abbreviated as DDLJ, this film directed by Aditya Chopra redefined Bollywood romance. The story follows Raj (Shah Rukh Khan) and Simran (Kajol) — two young NRIs who fall in love on a European holiday. Rather than eloping, Raj endeavours to win over Simran’s traditional father and family honourably. The film’s iconic visuals, from mustard fields in Punjab to the climax at a train station, made it timeless, and it holds the record for one of India’s longest‑running films in theatres.
Darr (1993)
Before the fan‑beloved romantic hero image took hold, Shah Rukh shifted gears in this thriller from director Yash Chopra where he played an obsessive lover named Rahul. His haunting “K‑k‑k‑Kiran!” line and the unnerving portrayal of fixation struck a chord with the audience. The film challenged conventional hero tropes and showcased SRK’s early willingness to tread darker territory.
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Don (2006)
A slick and stylish remake of the 1978 classic, directed by Farhan Akhtar, this film cast SRK as the eponymous anti‑hero. With sharp visuals, cutting‑edge action sequences and a memorable twist ending, the movie elevated the gangster thriller genre in Bollywood. It stood out for its modern treatment, strong production values and SRK’s charismatic depiction of a criminal mastermind.
Devdas (2002)
In one of his most emotionally intense roles, SRK played the tragic hero Devdas in the epic directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. The story runs: a privileged young man returns home to marry his childhood love Paro (Aishwarya Rai Bachchan), but familial resistance plunges him into a spiral of self‑destruction, alcoholism and heartbreak. Lavish sets, poignant performances and haunting music anchored the film’s grand tragedy.
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Chak De! India (2007)
Breaking away from romantic hero clichés, SRK played Kabir Khan, a disgraced former hockey player who coaches India’s women’s hockey team to redemption. Directed by Shimit Amin, the film centres on themes of national pride, team spirit and personal transformation. Its climactic “Sattar minute” locker‑room speech remains one of Indian cinema’s most stirring motivational sequences.
From his breakout role in the early 1990s to his dominance in the 2000s and resurgence in recent years, SRK has become a cultural icon whose films resonate across generations. A two‑week film festival commencing October 31 in 75+ theatres across India is part of the birthday celebrations. His journey demonstrates that great storytelling and star power can transcend eras.
Whether you’re a long‑time fan or new to his work:
The binge‑weekend is more than just streaming; it’s an invitation to revisit cinematic history. For many, SRK’s films are tied to personal memories, first dates, family gatherings, college friendship, making this weekend both nostalgic and celebratory. His next project, King, is already generating buzz, making the birthday marker even more momentous.
