Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan graced the World Governments Summit 2024 in Dubai with his presence, captivating audiences with insights into his professional journey, aspirations, and even culinary talents. In a candid session, the actor shed light on his hiatus from the industry, aspirations to venture into international cinema, and his secret talent for making pizzas.
During the summit, Shah Rukh Khan reflected on his desire to create a cinematic masterpiece that transcends borders and resonates with audiences worldwide. Expressing his vision for the future, the actor revealed his ambition to craft a film that earns universal acclaim, asserting, “I really really want to make that film which is loved by the whole world and then nobody on a big stage like this asks me ‘why haven’t you crossed over’. That film should cross me over.”
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Despite his illustrious career spanning decades, Shah Rukh Khan reassured fans that his journey in the film industry is far from over. With a characteristic blend of humility and determination, the actor humorously remarked, “I want to end my career, which is far from ending right now; I have a good 35 years to go.”
Delving into his time away from the silver screen between 2018 and 2023, Shah Rukh Khan revealed an unexpected hobby—pizza-making. Embracing the culinary arts during his hiatus, the actor shared that he mastered the craft of making pizzas and now prides himself on creating the “best pizzas in the world.”
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In a light-hearted moment, Shah Rukh Khan disclosed his aspiration to portray the iconic character of James Bond onscreen. However, he candidly admitted that his stature may pose a challenge, quipping, “I’m too short for the character.”
The actor also spoke about his plans for international projects and said, “I know many people from the American and the English film industries. But nobody has offered me good work and I wondered if I was spreading myself too thin.”