Shah Rukh Khan spoke about his favourite actor, an action star who shares a connection with Aryan Khan
Superstar Shah Rukh Khan took centre stage at the 77th Locarno Film Festival as he spoke about his various projects and other aspects of his career in a candid conversation with Giona A. Nazzaro, Artistic Director of Locarno Film Festival. SRK spoke about his favourite actor Jackie Chan and said that when his son Aryan was born, he felt he looked like the star of Drunken Master.
He said, “If I had to list my favourite actors of all time, Mr Jackie Chan would be at the top. He is funny, physically impressive and acts well. He still inspires me. When my son Aryan was born, I felt he looked like Jackie Chan.” Recalling his meeting with him, SRK said, “Many years later, about 3-4 years ago, I had the privilege of meeting him in Saudi Arabia. He was as kind and humble as I expected.”
He added, “If he ever sees the interview, he has promised to open a Chinese restaurant with him.” On August 10, SRK became the first Indian personality to be honoured with a lifetime achievement award, the so-called Pardo alla Carriera, or Career Leopard, at the 77th edition of the Locarno Film Festival.
As always, King Khan left the audience in awe with his everlasting charm. Several pictures from the festival have surfaced online, where SRK can be seen driving the crowd crazy with his presence. Shah Rukh’s dapper appearance for the festival, in a sleek black blazer and matching trousers, was definitely a sight to behold. His long hair made him look stunningly charming.
The highlight was certainly his speech, which drew continuous cheers and other ecstatic reactions. The Locarno Film Festival’s Instagram account is flooded with pictures and videos of SRK from the festival. According to Variety, SRK began by appreciating the warm welcome he received. “Thank you all for welcoming me with such wide arms – wider than on screen,” he quipped, referring to his famous spread-arm pose.
SRK also spoke about the origin of his signature pose while speaking to Giona A Nazzaro. When a fan asked how the famous pose came about, Shah Rukh stood up to demonstrate it and said, “We used to do what is called a ‘dip’ as part of the choreography and I tried very hard to do it for a dance I had to perform, but on the day I was told that I looked bad doing it and this choreographer asked me to hold my arms out instead. That’s really all it is.”
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