A recent episode of “Wheel of Fortune” featured a lighthearted moment when a contestant’s admission about actor Shah Rukh Khan caught host Akshay Kumar by surprise. The contestant, Stuti, referred to SRK as her “first love,” which led to a humorous exchange between her and Akshay.
While sharing her feelings, Stuti appeared shy and avoided making eye contact, prompting Akshay to playfully ask why she wasn’t looking at him when expressing her admiration. This playful banter set a jovial tone for the segment.
Continuing the lighthearted atmosphere, Akshay praised Shah Rukh Khan, stating that he is an excellent actor and a handsome man. He humorously added that expressing admiration for SRK is certainly not a crime, especially in front of him. The audience enjoyed Akshay’s witty retorts, eliciting laughter and engagement.
As the conversation unfolded, Stuti revealed that, as a child, she was unaware of Shah Rukh Khan’s marriage to Gauri Khan. Once she found out, her crush shifted to Aryan Khan, only to realize he was “out of her league.” Akshay responded with another joke, assuring her that nobody is truly out of anyone’s league and quipped that she might even marry Donald Trump’s son one day.
The rapport between Akshay Kumar and Shah Rukh Khan is well-known in Bollywood. Although both stars rose to fame in the 1990s, they have not collaborated in a full-length film. Their closest interactions include Akshay’s brief appearance in “Dil To Pagal Hai” and Shah Rukh’s cameo in “Heyy Babyy.”
Looking ahead, Akshay Kumar is set to appear in “Bhooth Bangla,” a film directed by Priyadarshan that boasts a star-studded cast, including Wamiqa Gabbi, Rajpal Yadav, Paresh Rawal, and Tabu. The film is scheduled for release on April 10. Akshay also has several projects lined up, including “Haiwaan,” “Hera Pheri 3,” “Welcome To The Jungle,” and “Golmaal 5.”
Meanwhile, Shah Rukh Khan is preparing for the release of his action thriller “King,” directed by Siddharth Anand. This film will feature his daughter, Suhana Khan, marking their first collaboration on-screen. “King” is set to hit theaters on December 24, generating excitement among fans eager to see the father-daughter duo together.