Shah Rukh Khan’s Grandfather Made History by Removing the British Flag from Red Fort

By Sharad Rai

The destiny of India’s capital, Delhi, has always been linked to the birth of many shining stars. On November 2, 1965, the same cosmic alignment welcomed the arrival of another luminous child. At that time, the news of this birth didn’t make major headlines — but 60 years later, the fact that the same child, now known to the world as King Khan, is turning 60 has become an international celebration in itself.

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As the saying goes, “Sixty and still learning!” — and it fits Shah Rukh Khan perfectly. His fans fondly declare, “Picture abhi baaki hai, dost!” Shah Rukh’s connection with cinema, entrepreneurship, and nationalism runs deep, tracing back to his very birth. The environment at home was steeped in patriotism and business-minded thinking. Who could have imagined back then that this little boy would one day illuminate the grand canvas of Indian cinema?

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At that time, Shahnawaz Khan, a soldier in the British Indian Army who later joined Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s Indian National Army as a General, was a noted freedom fighter. His adopted daughter, Fatima Latif, and her businessman husband Meer Taj’s son — Abdur Rahman — would one day rise to fame on the Hindi film screen as Shah Rukh Khan. No one could have foreseen that!

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My tributes to General Shah Nawaz Khan, a freedom fighter, a hero of Azad hind Fouz, ex Union Minister- and the maternal grandfather of Shahrukh Khan bhai @iamsrk on his death anniversary today. His significant contributions to the Nation will always be remembered! pic.twitter.com/svBVUwDh46

— Salman Nizami (@SalmanNizami_) December 9, 2018

Shahnawaz Khan was the very freedom fighter who, when the British decided to leave India, became the first man to lower the Union Jack from Delhi’s Red Fort and hoist the Indian tiranga in its place. Later, he served as a Member of Parliament and Minister in independent India. Raised in his household, his adopted daughter Fatima Latif (Shah Rukh’s mother), who had moved to India from Hyderabad (Pakistan), often said that she was destined to give birth to a star — and she was right. Years later, Shah Rukh himself would say, “We are true nationalists.”

And indeed, this nationalist star carries within him a perfect blend of patriotism and entrepreneurship, perhaps inherited from both his grandfather and his father. Whenever the nation calls, he joins causes selflessly, without seeking publicity. Through his foundations — Meer Foundation, The Earth Foundation, and The Roti Foundation — he continues to serve during times of crisis. Yet, when it comes to business, he is unmatched — a true Baazigar who earned the title “The King of Bollywood.”

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Since his debut in 1992 with Deewana, Shah Rukh has continued to collect trophies and hearts alike. For over three decades, he has remained a consistent Best Actor award-winner somewhere, every year. From his beginnings as a popular television face, to becoming the most sought-after brand ambassador in the ad world, his journey spans over 200 films, including Deewana, Baazigar, Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa, Anjaam, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Dil To Pagal Hai, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Mohabbatein, Devdas, Swades, Chak De! India, My Name Is Khan, Pathaan and Jawan.

Globally, Shah Rukh Khan has been recognized as a symbol of art, integrity, and India’s cultural spirit. He has been honored by the World Economic Forum for his work in women and children’s rights, by UNESCO for children’s welfare, and has received an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Edinburgh (Scotland). In India, he has been decorated with the Padma Shri and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award.

No amount of writing can truly encapsulate a star of his magnitude. His composure during his son Aryan’s case and his quiet strength in helping his son rebuild stand as examples of parental grace and Indian values.

From such a lineage of patriotism and enterprise emerged this monarch of stardom — the Baadshah of Bollywood.

On his 60th birthday, the world salutes Shah Rukh Khan — the man who made India proud, one frame at a time.

FAQs

When did Shah Rukh Khan do the Ask SRK session?

on Thursday on social media platform X (Twitter).

What question did the fans ask him?

 “Why do you look younger every year?”

What did Shahrukh reply about looking young?

 "My heart is a child, that's why!" ❤️

Did they mention skincare or fitness?

No, he said, it's all in the eye of the beholder.

What is his next film?

'King' , starring Deepika Padukone in the lead role.

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