Shah Rukh Khan made a notable appearance at the Joy Awards 2026, held on January 17 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where his interactions with global stars including Katy Perry, Millie Bobby Brown and Lee Jung-Jae sparked excitement on social media and drew widespread attention.
The Joy Awards, now in its sixth edition as part of Riyadh Season, celebrate achievements in cinema, music, television, sports and other creative fields, and bring together prominent figures from across the world.
Proof that one man can outshine a galaxy of stars, and thats only possible when you're the KING!👑❤️@iamsrk #KING #RiyadhJoyAwards #JoyAwards2026 #ShahRukhKhan #SRK #KingKhan pic.twitter.com/2uQjlSdaTs
— Shah Rukh Khan Universe Fan Club (@SRKUniverse) January 20, 2026
Global Star Encounters on the Lavender Carpet
Photos and clips from the event show Shah Rukh Khan walking the lavender carpet alongside international names. In one of the standout images, he posed with American pop star Katy Perry, who also delivered a high-energy opening performance at the ceremony in Riyadh’s Anb Arena.
Another moment capturing fans’ attention featured Shah Rukh with Millie Bobby Brown, the Stranger Things actor, who received the Personality of the Year award at the same event. Audience members and online accounts quickly shared these snapshots, amplifying discussions across platforms.
Bollywood and Korean star Lee Jung-Jae, known internationally for Squid Game, also shared the frame with SRK. He had earlier shared a candid selfie with Shah Rukh on Instagram from the awards night, writing that he was “honoured to be with a respected icon.”
View this post on Instagram
A night of celebration
The 2026 Joy Awards brought together talents from diverse entertainment worlds, with award categories covering cinema, music and television, alongside special honours like Lifetime Achievement and influencer awards. Performances by global artists such as Katy Perry and Robbie Williams added to the glamour of the evening.
Shah Rukh, dressed in an elegant all-black ensemble, also had moments on stage and on the carpet where he spoke about the warm reception he received in Saudi Arabia, saying the welcome and hospitality “heartening, respectful and dignified” during his time at the awards.
Fan reaction and buzz
The viral photos rekindled conversations among fans and entertainment communities about the growing global reach of Indian cinema personalities. Clips and stills of Shah Rukh with Hollywood and international stars underscored his continued relevance on international red-carpets and award shows, with many applauding the cross-cultural moments captured in Riyadh.
