The veteran actor and host Shekhar Suman recently shared a heartwarming story that further cements Shah Rukh Khan’s reputation as one of the most generous and thoughtful stars in the Indian film industry. During a candid interaction on May 6, 2026, Suman revisited an incident from the making of the 2003 romantic drama Chalte Chalte, where the superstar personally reached out to him for a specific contribution. He recalled how Shah Rukh had called him directly, asking if he would provide the voiceover commentary for the film’s promotional teaser. Suman, who was then at the peak of his television success, immediately agreed to the request, viewing it as a friendly gesture for a colleague. After completing the work, he was surprised when Shah Rukh sent him a substantial cheque as payment, which Suman promptly declined, insisting that their professional interaction was rooted in friendship rather than a commercial transaction.
However, Shah Rukh Khan, known for his insistence on honoring the efforts of his peers, was not ready to let Suman’s contribution go unrewarded. Suman shared that shortly after he refused the monetary payment, the superstar sent him a “very expensive and luxurious” watch as a token of appreciation. The actor-host described the timepiece as a beautiful memento that he still cherishes and keeps safe to this day, citing it as a perfect example of why Shah Rukh is so deeply loved and respected by his co-stars and industry colleagues. Suman noted that while many people in the industry focus solely on business, Shah Rukh has a unique way of making everyone feel valued and special through these personal and thoughtful gestures.
In the same conversation, Suman also reflected on his long career and revealed a significant professional regret involving Shah Rukh Khan. He disclosed that director Sanjay Leela Bhansali had originally offered him the pivotal role of Chunni Babu in the 2002 epic Devdas, which featured Shah Rukh in the lead. Unfortunately, due to his packed schedule with his legendary talk show Movers and Shakers, Suman was unable to take up the project, and the role eventually went to Jackie Shroff. While he felt a sense of loss at missing the chance to work on that iconic film, Suman expressed that he has found a sense of closure through his recent acclaimed performance in Bhansali’s Heeramandi. Currently, while Suman continues to mentor aspiring actors through his film academy, Shah Rukh Khan is busy filming his next major action thriller, King, which is slated for a grand release later this year.
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