When Dilip Kumar Taught Shah Rukh Khan How To Be A 'Long-Lasting' Actor: 'SRK You Have To...' | Watch

Dilip Kumar was one of the first superstars in Indian cinema. The late veteran actor has often been credited for pioneering method acting in Indian cinema and has belted out several hits in his career. Today, only actors like Shah Rukh Khan can match his level of superstardom. Shah Rukh, who was quite close to Dilip Kumar, once took advice from the late veteran on how to do enduring work.

Shah Rukh Khan once asked Dilip Kumar, “Sir, what is the quality that makes all the films that you have done so enduring, so long-lasting and so wonderful?” Dilip Kumar quipped, “That’s a handful of questions to deal with.”

Dilip Kumar added, “I think it’s sheer good luck. Perhaps a lot of hard work, honesty, togetherness, fellowship. Above all, no actor can be bigger than the substance which he portrays. I mean, the character, the story, the screenplay. For any good and enduring performance, Shah Rukh, you have to have a good story, good character equations, sound conflict and enough opportunity for you to then wade through it. Then you have substance to deal with, not just shadows.

Today, Shah Rukh Khan is one of the biggest actors and celebrities not only in India but across the globe. Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming King is one of the most anticipated films among the audience. Directed by Sujoy Ghosh, the movie will star the actor along with her daughter, Suhana Khan. Fans have been waiting with bated breath for updates about this upcoming project. Amidst this, a recent report has revealed that the movie will be officially announced on the actor’s birthday, November 2.

King will explore the story of a complex don who turns to be a mentor to a girl. Shah Rukh Khan will play the role of a don while Suhana Khan will be seen as his mentee. Reports earlier mentioned that Abhishek Bachchan will be seen in a negative role. This was confirmed by Amitabh Bachchan on X. Abhay Verma of Munjya fame will also play a key part in the film.