Bollywood’s undisputed King Shah Rukh Khan is the world’s finest superstar. From being a Delhi boy with aspirations as wide as an ocean to being the occupant of the luxury abode Mannat is an inspiration. But no one knows that during filming for Yes Boss (1997), SRK was shooed away from Mannat—a house he subsequently purchased and turned into a landmark. Choreographer Ahmed Khan has now revealed this funny story, and fans have been gifted with yet another sweet story about the superstar.
The Time SRK Got Shooed Away from Mannat
Renowned choreographer-turned-director Ahmed Khan told us this tasty morsel in an interview. When shooting for Yes Boss, Aziz Mirza’s romantic comedy film, the team had to shoot outside a big sea-facing bungalow in Mumbai—Mannat, as it were. The other resident then, the bungalow belonged to. The scene which was filmed outside the house.
Khan recalled that security personnel at the bungalow had no clue where SRK was and treated him like any other actor. “We were shooting outside this bungalow, and suddenly the security men came and said that we should leave the premises. Shah Rukh, being Shah Rukh, smiled and said, ‘Shall I buy it?’ We just laughed it away, but years later, that same house was Mannat, his dream home,” Ahmed Khan disclosed.
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The irony of the day has become a myth now. Mannat is now a symbol of success for SRK, where thousands of daily footfalls throng in hope of catching a glimpse of him who merely wait outside to catch a glimpse of their darling superstar.
SRK’s Love Affair with Mannat
For Shah Rukh Khan, Mannat was not merely a house; it was a dream. In most of his interviews, he has confessed that he always fantasized about having a sea-facing house. When the chance came in 2001, SRK purchased the bungalow and turned it into one of the most iconic landmarks of Mumbai.
Now, Mannat is not just a house, but a testament to his perseverance and hard work. With over-the-top interiors, home library, home theatre, and scenic views of the Arabian Sea, it is a luxury symbol. Since fans worldwide stand outside Mannat on SRK’s birthdays, the building itself turns into a cult house for hardcore Bollywood fans.
Ahmed Khan’s move from Bollywood to Nostalgia
Ahmed Khan is a regular in Bollywood now for years and has collaborated with the industry giants. It has been one hell of a ride from choreographing the blockbuster dance numbers to directing Baaghi 2 and Heropanti 2. His SRK’s Mannat moment narrative is but only one of a million adorbs BTS Bollywood stories.
Ananth Mahadevan on ‘Laapataa Ladies’ IIFA Wins
Discussing Bollywood history, another dramatic incident took place in the recent past that hit the headlines—the IIFA awards for Laapataa Ladies. Ananth Mahadevan, veteran actor-director, discussed the success of the film at the IIFA Awards. The award-winning film by Kiran Rao won the hearts of the audience and won a number of awards at the IIFA 2024.
This movie was Mahadevan’s response to the movie, calling it “a fresh approach to telling a story with great performances.” He mentioned the sweep of Laapataa Ladies taking away the most awards as a good sign for quality movies for Bollywood. “These wins again prove that well-told stories would always catch its audience,” Mahadevan said.
Sanjay Dutt’s Next Horror Comedy
While awards and nostalgia continue to hold court in Bollywood gossip, Sanjay Dutt’s upcoming is also eagerly anticipated by the fans with bated breath. The industry veteran, who has been renowned for his versatility for years, will be seen in a spine-chilling horror-comedy, a genre which is gaining ground in Indian cinema.
The as-yet-untitled movie, which will be released later this year, is ready to deliver a new blend of comedy and spine-chilling scenes. With Dutt’s impeccable sense of timing for comedy and authoritative presence on screen, the audience is waiting with bated breath to know how the movie performs. The movie reportedly has an ensemble cast, which is further building up the suspense.
Conclusion
Bollywood thrives on stories—both on and off the films. From the emergence of a star like Shah Rukh Khan from being thrown out of Mannat to taking possession of it, to the victory of content-driven films like Laapataa Ladies, or the thrill of new cinematic adventures like horror-comedy by Sanjay Dutt, the business continues and mesmerizing the world.
We, the audience, hold on to such stories and anticipate more of the same wonderful experiences which make Bollywood a part of our lives.
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