Shah Rukh Khan Birthday: Shriya Pilgaonkar Recalls Debut Film With Badshah, Shares Sweet Throwback With 'Love Interest'

Shriya Pilgaonkar, who made her debut alongside the King of Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan, wished him on his 60th birthday today, November 2. She shared heartfelt memories and her experience working with him during

the shoot of their film Fan (2016), 'It makes me feel special that I have, in a way, been his love interest in one of his films.'

Shriya Pilgaonkar wishes Shah Rukh Khan on her birthday

Taking a moment to recall her debut film with King Khan, Shriya Pilgaonkar said, "It makes me feel special that I have, in a way, been his love interest in one of his films. Working with him was such a learning experience. I even got to dance with him to his iconic song Chaiya Chaiya (Dil Se), and what a wholesome vibe that was. In spite of all the success, Shah Rukh sir is still a seeker, and that’s why he remains active, relevant, and thriving even today. Gosh, my memories of Fan and working with Shah Rukh sir still feel very surreal.”ALSO READ: Shah Rukh Khan Birthday Live Updates She further went to speak at length about her 'fondest memory' saying, "My fondest memory would be the moments in between our shots. It’s always wonderful to see the stars you admire just be themselves when the camera is not rolling. I have a very special memory of sitting in the car with SRK between takes, discussing books, philosophy, and life. Those conversations are very close to my heart.”

Shriya mentions one memorable moment during shoot days

"One day after we wrapped, we had a small party in his room, and I got to dance with him. The best part about it was, that we danced on Chaiyya Chaiyya, which I think is so iconic. He’s amazing, and it makes me so happy that, in his career, I’ve sort of been his love interest in one of his films. That’s really special.It’s very important and inspiring to observe what the people you admire are like off-screen, because that’s what really makes them who they are. The determination and the grit he has, no one can be like him," she spoke. Shah Rukh Khan shared his deadly look from King on his birthday. He captioned the post as, "Darr nahi, Dehshat hoon- #KING #KingTitleReveal is out now. In Cinemas 2026.”Stay tuned for more updates!