Mumbai: Shah Rukh Khan turned 61 on Monday, as fans gathered outside his Mumbai residence, Mannat, to celebrate the occasion.
Although the actor did not make his traditional balcony appearance this year, he shared a handwritten message thanking fans for their wishes and love.
Shah Rukh Khan sends a digital hug to fans with a heartfelt handwritten message, while visuals of his upcoming film ‘King’ light up his residence
@iamsrk
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Mannat was decorated with large posters and projections featuring visuals and dialogues from his upcoming film King.
One message from the actor read, “Thank you all for your wishes and love. Sending mine right back to you all,” followed by “Lots of love and a big hug.” Mumbai Police personnel were deployed outside the residence to manage crowds.
To the hearts that made him KING, a lot of love in return ❤️ #LoveLikeAKING
#KING in cinemas on 24.12.2026 https://t.co/q5eTCfOUz3
— Red Chillies Entertainment (@RedChilliesEnt) November 1, 2026
Mumbai Lights Up for Shah Rukh
The celebrations extended beyond Mannat, with Mumbai’s Bandra-Worli Sea Link illuminated with birthday greetings and images of the actor.
Shah Rukh shared a photograph of the display on X, thanking Google Gemini for the “KING-sized love”. Fans across the country also organised cake-cutting events and celebrations.
Dost ho toh Google Gemini jaisa.. Thank you for the KING-sized love always…. had to sneak out for a drive to get this photo ha ha.. @GeminiApp https://t.co/z3kLfG2Wf5
— Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) November 1, 2026
First Song From King Released
The birthday celebrations coincided with the release of Tu Mil Jaaye, the first song from King, featuring Deepika Padukone.
Yeh Daur Ishq ka Naseeb Waalon ko milta hai… Jahan Barood ki Khushboo mein Gulab khilta hai…
Of Love and other Battles….
This December, #LoveLikeAKing
#TuMilJaaye song out now! #KING in cinemas 24.12.26
https://t.co/GQfYaDY2Cx
— Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) November 1, 2026
The track has vocals by Arijit Singh and Madhubanti Bagchi, with a rap segment by Ed Sheeran, and is composed by Sachin-Jigar.
Directed by Siddharth Anand and produced by Red Chillies Entertainment and Marflix Pictures, King is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on December 24.
