Mukesh Khanna called the question raised on Shah Rukh Khan getting the National Award absurd, said- 'AR Rahman got the Oscar for 'Jai Ho', not...'

Mukesh Khanna defends Shah Rukh Khan: Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan received the National Award for the first time in his 33-year career. Let us tell you that he received this award for his film 'Jawan'. In such a situation, while love for Shah Rukh poured out on social media, some people questioned the jury's decision and said that he did not deserve this award. Meanwhile, Mukesh Khanna has answered the questions raised on Shah Rukh Khan getting the National Award for 'Jawan'.

Mukesh Khanna supported Shah Rukh Khan

Now, Mukesh Khanna has come out in support of Shah Rukh Khan and told IANS, "People who are saying that Shah Rukh Khan should have got the award for 'Swades' and not for this film (Jawaan) - remember AR Rahman got the Oscar for 'Jai Ho' and not for the many beautiful songs he composed earlier. Shah Rukh has been working hard for the last 40 years - so what is wrong if he got the National Award?"

Urvashi Rautela had said this

Actually, South actress Urvashi Rautela had raised questions on giving National Award to Shah Rukh Khan and doubted the fairness of the jury's decision. The actress had raised the question of what criteria were adopted to select Shah Rukh Khan for the National Award?

Shah Rukh Khan expressed gratitude

For your information, let us tell you that soon after the announcement of the 71st National Film Awards, Shah Rukh Khan posted a video and thanked his fans, directors, and family for their continued support. Sharing the video on social media, he said, "Namaskar and Aadaab. Needless to say, I am overwhelmed with gratitude, pride, and humility. Being honored with the National Award is a moment I will cherish for a lifetime". He especially thanked the jury and the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. "A big thank you to the jury, chairman, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, and all those who considered me worthy of this honor".

Shah Rukh Khan will be seen in King 

Talking about the work front, Shah Rukh Khan is currently busy shooting for his upcoming film 'King'. He injured his hand while shooting an action sequence and is currently recuperating. The film also stars his daughter Suhana Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, and Deepika Padukone.

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