Shah Rukh Khan's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Shah Rukh Khan. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Shah Rukh Khan, also known as SRK, is a highly successful Indian actor and film producer, often dubbed the "Baadshah of Bollywood" and "King Khan". He has starred in over 100 films, receiving numerous awards, including a National Film Award and 15 Filmfare Awards. Khan has also been honored with the Padma Shri by the Indian government and the Order of Arts and Letters and Legion of Honour by the French government. He enjoys a large global fanbase, particularly in Asia and among the Indian diaspora, and is recognized as one of the world's most successful film stars.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Legacy & Impact

June 1992: Film Debut with Deewana Release

In June 1992, Shah Rukh Khan's film debut was in 'Deewana', which became a box office hit and launched his Bollywood career. He also started shooting his first film with Hema Malini.

1994: Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa and Anjaam

In 1994, Shah Rukh Khan starred in 'Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa' and won the Filmfare Award for Best Performance in a Negative Role for his role in 'Anjaam'.

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1995: Release of Karan Arjun and Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

In 1995, Shah Rukh Khan starred in seven films, including 'Karan Arjun', which became the second-highest-grossing film of the year. He also starred in 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge', which became the year's highest-grossing production and established him as a "romantic hero".

1997: Starring in Yes Boss, Pardes and Dil To Pagal Hai

In 1997, Shah Rukh Khan starred in 'Yes Boss', which earned him a Filmfare Best Actor nomination. He also starred in 'Pardes', which was successful in the United States, and 'Dil To Pagal Hai', which won him his third Best Actor Award at Filmfare.

1998: Starring in Duplicate, Dil Se.., and Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

In 1998, Shah Rukh Khan starred in 'Duplicate', 'Dil Se..', and 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai'. 'Duplicate' was not well received, but Khan received praise for his performance in 'Dil Se..', and he won the Best Actor award at the Filmfare Awards ceremony for 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai'.

1999: Starring in Baadshah and becoming a producer

In 1999, Shah Rukh Khan starred in 'Baadshah', which earned him a Filmfare Award nomination for Best Performance in a Comic Role. He also became a producer in collaboration with Juhi Chawla and Aziz Mirza for a production company called Dreamz Unlimited.

2000: Success of Mohabbatein

In 2000, Shah Rukh Khan starred in 'Mohabbatein', which was a commercial success and earned him his second Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actor.

2001: Release of Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

In 2001, Shah Rukh Khan starred in 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham', which he cites as a turning point in his career. The film became the top-grossing Indian production of all time in the overseas market for the next five years.

2002: Critical Acclaim for Devdas

In 2002, Shah Rukh Khan earned critical acclaim for his portrayal of an alcoholic in the period romantic drama 'Devdas'.

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2002: Starring in Devdas

In 2002, Shah Rukh Khan played the title role in 'Devdas', which became a box office success and earned him numerous accolades, including a Filmfare Award for Best Actor and a BAFTA Award for Best Film Not in the English Language.

June 2003: Resuming Shooting After Surgery

In June 2003, Shah Rukh Khan resumed shooting after undergoing anterior cervical discectomy and fusion surgery at Wellington Hospital in London.

2003: Starring in Kal Ho Naa Ho

In 2003, Shah Rukh Khan starred in 'Kal Ho Naa Ho', which became the second-highest-grossing film domestically and the top-grossing Bollywood film in external markets that year. Conflict also broke out between Khan and the other partners of Dreamz Unlimited.

2004: Release of Swades

In 2004, Shah Rukh Khan starred in 'Swades', portraying a NASA scientist. He won the Filmfare Best Actor Award for his performance.

2004: Red Chillies Entertainment and releases of Main Hoon Na and Veer-Zaara

In 2004, Shah Rukh Khan transformed Dreamz Unlimited into Red Chillies Entertainment. He starred in 'Main Hoon Na' and 'Veer-Zaara', which were both commercially successful. 'Veer-Zaara' was the highest earning film of 2004 in India, and 'Main Hoon Na' was the second-highest earner.

2005: Padma Shri Award by the Government of India

In 2005, Shah Rukh Khan was awarded the Padma Shri by the Government of India.

2006: Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna and Don Releases

In 2006, Shah Rukh Khan starred in 'Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna', which became India's highest-grossing film in the overseas market. He also starred in 'Don', a remake of the 1978 film of the same name. Both performances earned him Best Actor nominations at the Filmfare Awards.

2007: Wax Statue at Madame Tussauds

In 2007, Shah Rukh Khan became the third Indian actor to have his wax statue installed at London's Madame Tussauds museum.

2007: Starring in Chak De! India and Om Shanti Om

In 2007, Shah Rukh Khan earned critical acclaim for his role as a hockey coach in the sports drama 'Chak De! India' and had commercial success with the romance 'Om Shanti Om'.

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2007: Order of Arts and Letters by the Government of France

In 2007, Shah Rukh Khan was awarded the Order of Arts and Letters by the Government of France.

2008: Named One of the Fifty Most Powerful People

In 2008, Newsweek named Khan one of their fifty most powerful people in the world.

2009: Honorary Doctorate from The University of Bedfordshire

In 2009, Shah Rukh Khan received an honorary doctorate from The University of Bedfordshire.

2010: Filmfare includes his Chak De! India performance

In 2010, Filmfare included his performance in Chak De! India in the issue of the "Top 80 Iconic Performances".

2010: Critical Acclaim for My Name Is Khan

In 2010, Shah Rukh Khan earned critical acclaim for his role as a man with Asperger syndrome in the drama 'My Name Is Khan'.

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2010: Release of My Name Is Khan

In 2010, Shah Rukh Khan starred in 'My Name Is Khan', which was his fourth collaboration with director Karan Johar and his sixth with Kajol. The movie earned Khan his eighth Filmfare Award for Best Actor.

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2011: UNESCO's Pyramide con Marni award

In 2011, Khan was honoured with UNESCO's Pyramide con Marni award for his support of children's education.

2011: Appointment as Global Ambassador

In 2011, Shah Rukh Khan was appointed by UNOPS as the first global ambassador of the Water Supply and Sanitation Collaborative Council. He also received UNESCO's Pyramide con Marni award for his charitable commitment to provide education for children.

2012: Topping Forbes India's Celebrity 100 List

In 2012, Shah Rukh Khan topped Forbes India's "Celebrity 100 list", recognizing him as one of the wealthiest celebrities in India.

2012: KKR Wins First IPL Title

In 2012, the Kolkata Knight Riders, owned by Shah Rukh Khan and partners, won their first Indian Premier League (IPL) title.

2013: Topping Forbes India's Celebrity 100 List

In 2013, Shah Rukh Khan topped Forbes India's "Celebrity 100 list", recognizing him as one of the wealthiest celebrities in India.

2014: French Legion of Honour

In 2014, Shah Rukh Khan was awarded the fifth degree of the French Legion of Honour, Chevalier de la Légion d'honneur, by the Government of France.

2014: KKR Wins Second IPL Title

In 2014, the Kolkata Knight Riders, owned by Shah Rukh Khan and partners, won their second Indian Premier League (IPL) title.

2015: Honorary Degree from the University of Edinburgh

In 2015, Shah Rukh Khan received a privileged degree from the University of Edinburgh, Scotland.

2015: Topping Forbes India's Celebrity 100 List

In 2015, Shah Rukh Khan topped Forbes India's "Celebrity 100 list", recognizing him as one of the wealthiest celebrities in India.

2015: Revocation of Wankhede Stadium Ban

In 2015, the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) revoked the ban on Shah Rukh Khan from the Wankhede Stadium.

2016: Mumbai Police Conclusion Regarding Wankhede Incident

In 2016, Mumbai Police concluded that no cognisable offence was made out against Shah Rukh Khan regarding the 2012 incident at Wankhede Stadium, confirming he was not drunk or abusive.

2016: Honorary Doctorate from Maulana Azad National Urdu University

In 2016, Shah Rukh Khan received an honorary doctorate from Maulana Azad National Urdu University.

2018: World Economic Forum's Crystal Award

In 2018, Khan received the World Economic Forum's Crystal Award for advocating for women's and children's rights in India.

2018: Crystal Award from the World Economic Forum

In 2018, Shah Rukh Khan was honored by the World Economic Forum with their annual Crystal Award for his leadership in championing children's and women's rights in India.

2019: Honorary Doctorates from The University of Law and La Trobe University

In 2019, Shah Rukh Khan received honorary doctorates from The University of Law and La Trobe University.

2022: Voted One of the 50 Greatest Actors of All Time

In 2022, Khan was voted one of the 50 greatest actors of all time in a readers' poll by Empire.

2023: Highest Tax Payer in India

From 2023-2024, Shah Rukh Khan ranked as the highest tax payer in India.

2023: Career Comeback with Pathaan and Jawan

In 2023, Shah Rukh Khan made a career comeback with the action thrillers 'Pathaan' and 'Jawan', both ranking among the highest-grossing Indian films. He received the National Film Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role for Jawan.

2023: Reuniting with Yash Raj Films in Pathaan and Jawan

In 2023, Shah Rukh Khan starred in 'Pathaan' and 'Jawan', with Jawan breaking the records set by Pathaan. For his performance in Jawan, he received his first National Film Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role.