When Shah Rukh Khan spoke about the pain of having his patriotism questioned; said he felt like crying; declared he’s the “Proudest Indian in the world” | Hindi Movie News
In a candid and emotional interview, Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan once spoke out about the pain of having his patriotism questioned, admitting he felt like crying over the need to defend his love for India. The ‘Jawan’ star, who has faced intense public scrutiny, declared himself the “proudest Indian in the world,” urging the nation to rise above division and focus on progress. His powerful message resonated with many, highlighting the difference between genuine contribution and public performance.Let’s take a closer look at this throwback moment.Shah Rukh Khan on the pain of having his patriotism questionedShah Rukh Khan, one of India’s most iconic stars, once opened up about the emotional toll of having his love for the country questioned. In an interview on Aap Ki Adalat, the Jawan star admitted, “Sometimes I feel very sad, I even feel like crying, that I should be made to say that I belong to this country, I am a patriot.” These remarks came during a period of intense public scrutiny, and his quiet dignity in the face of such adversity highlighted his firm belief that patriotism shouldn’t be a competition.
SRK on urging the youth to rise above division
In that heartfelt interview, SRK also directed a powerful message to the younger generation. He expressed his sadness at having to constantly explain his love for India and urged young people to focus on unity and progress. He called India “the greatest country in the world,” highlighting its safety, beauty, and unity. For him, true patriotism lies in working hard and contributing to the nation’s future, not in getting trapped in “small, petty matters” that divide the country. SRK said, “I get very sad when I have to explain each time how good a patriot I am,” he said. “I will tell all young people to be tolerant, be happy, work hard, and take this nation forward.”
SRK on declaring his unshakable pride in India
The superstar made it clear that no amount of public debate could shake his love for the country that made him who he is. “Whether my film is a hit or not, I want to say for the last time, there is no patriot greater than me in this country,” he asserted. He added that no one has received more love from India than he has, and that he and his family will always work for its greatness, a sentiment that resonated deeply with his millions of fans.
Work front
A few days ago, the 71st National Film Awards were announced, and Shah Rukh Khan bagged the Best Actor honour for ‘Jawan’. Now, the superstar is gearing up for his next big venture, ‘King’. Directed by Siddharth Anand, this high-octane action thriller will bring SRK and his daughter Suhana Khan together on screen for the very first time. The film also features an impressive ensemble cast, including Abhishek Bachchan and Deepika Padukone, among others.
