'Happy birthday, my brother Shah Rukh Khan': Mamata Banerjee’s heartfelt wish as SRK turns 60

Mumbai: The Badshah of Bollywood has hit a royal milestone, and wishes are pouring in from across the nation.

As Shah Rukh Khan turns 60, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee joined the chorus of well-wishers, sharing a warm birthday message for the superstar she fondly calls her “brother.”

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Banerjee wrote, “A Very Happy Birthday to my brother Shah Rukh Khan! May you continue to enrich Indian cinema with your remarkable talent and charisma. @iamsrk.”

This isn’t the first time the Bengal CM has publicly expressed her affection for the actor. Earlier in July, when SRK suffered a muscular injury on the sets of his upcoming film 'King', Banerjee had posted her concern on X, writing, “Reports regarding my brother Shah Rukh Khan sustaining muscular injuries during shooting make me worried. Wish him speedy recovery. @iamsrk.”

The two share a cordial relationship — SRK has long been associated with West Bengal as the owner of IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders, whose home ground, Eden Gardens, remains a symbol of the city’s sporting spirit.

Under his ownership, KKR has clinched three IPL titles — in 2012, 2014, and 2024 — and finished runners-up in 2021.

On the work front, Shah Rukh Khan was last seen in 'Dunki' (2023) and made a cameo appearance in The Ba**ds of Bollywood* (2025). Up next, he will star alongside his daughter Suhana Khan in the much-anticipated action drama 'King'.

Interestingly, SRK is the second of the three Khans to mark the 60-year milestone this year, following Aamir Khan’s birthday in March. Salman Khan, the youngest of the trio, will celebrate his birthday next month.

As the celebrations unfold, B-Town and fans alike are gearing up to celebrate the King of Bollywood — with Mamata Banerjee’s affectionate message setting the tone for the da