King of Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan has always shared his deep love and gratitude for his parents and the simple life that has helped shape him into who he is today. On Anupam Kher’s chat show, the actor touched the hearts of millions with his honest and emotional words.
On Anupam Kher’s chat show he said that, “Main jaha se aaya hu waha hamare ghar mein dal mein extra pani dala jata tha so that hum 4 log ko mil sake dal. Tabhi kahi par bhi ilm nahi tha na he soch thi ki main ye mukaam par aa jaunga. Agar mere jaisa insaan jo limited shakal aur akal ka hai wo iss mukaam par pohach sakta hai then kuch bhi ho sakta hai.”
He shared that in his home, they would add extra water to the dal so all four of them could have some. At that time, no one knew, and no one thought that he would reach this point. He said that if someone like him, with limited looks and intellect, can make it this far, then anything is possible.
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Shah Rukh Khan’s Childhood Memories And Family
In an interview with Parent Circle in 2018, Shah Rukh shared his childhood memories with a lot of love and some sadness. He said, “When I was a kid, I always wanted to grow up, and now that I am old, I really miss my childhood. I think it’s the best time of our lives when we are so carefree. I remember my mom used to feed me with her own hands for the longest time – until I was about 25. So, I am still ill…”
Shah Rukh had a warm and loving relationship with his parents. His father, Taj Mohammed Khan, was a Pathan who came to India from Peshawar. Sadly, his father passed away from cancer when Shah Rukh was just 15 years old. His mother, Lateef Fatima Khan, also passed away in 1990 after being sick for a long time.
Shah Rukh Khan’s Childhood Food And Cooking With His Kids
Shah Rukh Khan also recalled happy memories about the food he grew up eating. He said, “I have grown up on Mughlai and Deccani food. See, my father was a Pathan and their love for food is legendary. My father loved not just eating, but also cooking. So my Pathan father’s raan would make a perfect combo with my Hyderabadi mother’s mutton biryani and the khatti dal. My parents used to mix these and feed me.”
He then joked about how things have changed with his own children. “I don’t do that with my kids, they would disown me! But yes, I have baked for them or rustled up a pasta. I have baked Batman cookies with Aaryan when he was a little boy. I can boil eggs, make tea. And I make very good phulkas. I can make rather decent pasta also.”
Shah Rukh Khan’s Journey: From Humble Beginnings To Global Fame
Shah Rukh Khan’s stories remind us that no matter how successful we become, it is our family, roots, and upbringing that really shape who we are. His journey, from a small home where dal (lentils) had to be shared by four people, to becoming a worldwide star, continues to inspire millions.
