2 SRKs.
Shahrukh Khan and Shivarajkumar.
The two of the biggest superstars in Indian cinema. Shahrukh is a household name in Bollywood, while Shivarajkumar is a megastar in the Kannada film industry.
Despite their different languages and cultures, the two actors have a lot in common.
Both Shahrukh and Shivarajkumar are known for their charismatic on-screen presence.
They have ability to connect with audiences of all ages.
Both of them have graced our screens with their charm and talent, capturing the hearts of audiences across generations.
They are also both successful businessmen, with their own production companies and banners.
In recent years, there is change in trend.
More and more pan-India movies coming up.
There is an increased interest in cross-over films between Bollywood and the South Indian film industries.
In 2023, Shahrukh starred in the movie Jawan. It also featured South Indian actors Nayanthara and Vijay Sethupathi.
We hear that Shivarajkumar is in talks to make his Bollywood debut in a film with Shahrukh.
If these rumors are true, it would be a major event for both the Hindi and Kannada film industries. It would also be a dream come true for fans of both Khan and Shivarajkumar.
Detailed look at the careers of the two SRKs:
Shahrukh Khan
Shahrukh Khan was born in New Delhi, India in 1965.
He made his acting debut in the television serial Fauji in 1989.
His first major film role was in Deewana (1992), which was a critical and commercial success.
Rest is history.
Shahrukh went on to star in a hit films, including Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995), Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998), Devdas (2002), and Chak De! India (2007).
He has won many awards, including 14 Filmfare Awards. The most by any actor.
Many of his movies did not do well.
His movies did not earn well in box office for many years.
But in 2022 and 2023, his movies like Pathaan and Jawan are earning well.
They are the block busters.
His stunts at the age of 57 are amazing.
Shahrukh is looking more young and energetic !
Shahrukh also hosted popular television show, Kaun Banega Karodpathi.
Shahrukh is also a successful businessman.
He is the owner of a production company - ‘Red Chillies Entertainment’.
He also owns the clothing line ‘Temptations’.
He is also a co-owner of the Indian Premier League (IPL) cricket team Kolkata Knight Riders.
Shivarajkumar
Shivarajkumar was born in Chennai, India in 1962.
He is the son of the late Kannada actor Dr. Rajkumar. Shivarajkumar.
Shivarajkumar made his acting debut in the Kannada film Sri Srinivasa Kalyana (1974).
That was a child artist.
His first movie as hero is Anand (1986).
That was a super hit movie.
After Anand, he gave another two hit movies- Ratha Sapthami (1986) and Mana Mecchida Hudugi (1987).
Due to these three hit movies, he got the title as ‘Hat-trick Hero’.
Shivarajkumar’s went on to give many hit movies like Om (1995),Janumada Jodi (1996),Nammura Mandaara Hoove (1996), A.K 47 (1999) and Jogi (2005).
Like Shahrukh, Shivarajkumar also had many ups and downs.
Many of his movies did not do well in box office.
He has since starred in over 100 films, including some of the biggest blockbusters in Kannada cinema history.
Shivarajkumar is known for his action, comedy, and romance films.
He is also a popular singer and has released several albums.
But off late, his recent movies like Mufti, Ghost are block buster hits.
His energy at 60 years of age is amazing.
He hosted a television show and also a judge in a Dance Karnataka Dance reality show.
He has his own movie production banner.
The Saga Continues.
We hope both SRKs- Shahrukh Khan and Shivarajkumar live long.
Hope to give us many more entertainment.