Shah Rukh Khan decided to ring in his 30 years in the industry by interacting with his fans online. He answered many questions regarding his work in the past and his upcoming films. When asked how he celebrated the big day, he said, “I celebrated my 30 years in films by working 15 hours on set! That was most satisfying. I never thought I would last 30 years in cinema. I came to Mumbai thinking I would perhaps work for a year or two, do five-six films. But I made it (here) because of my fans, who even put up with my bad films and missteps.”

He further added, “My wife asks me how am I so excited to wake up in the morning, wear make-up and go to the set even today. That’s because I really like what I do. I am most happy on set. After 30 years my humble attempt is to get an expression right or find ways to do things differently. Convey emotions differently. None of this is for personal recognition. My work needs to be recognised. That is most satisfying for me today.”

When asked if he misses playing ‘Rahul’ on screen, his most celebrated character, the actor revealed that he doesn’t. He explained, “I don’t even remember the last time I played Rahul. I don’t miss it. I am too old to do romantic films now. Many years ago, I did a film opposite a young girl and it was awkward for me. But you have to go along with it. Maybe Rahul and Raj are for younger people to do. I am thankful to Karan Johar and Aditya Chopra for having created these phenomenal characters. When I had joined films, I had never thought that I would be known by the characters I play, which is a great gift for an actor. I love Raj and Rahul. There will always be a part of me in them and every character I do.”

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