Deepak Kalra's association with Shah Rukh Khan has taken several turns over the years. A longtime fan of the actor, Deepak was associated with the inspiration behind Shah Rukh's 2016 film Fan and is now set to play a character named SRK in the upcoming film Junglywood. Reflecting on the journey, he described the latest development as a full-circle moment.
The connection also has a Delhi link. Both Deepak and Shah Rukh Khan have roots in Rajinder Nagar. Deepak has also been acknowledged by Shah Rukh on social media on several occasions.
Deepak Kalra on his connection with Shah Rukh Khan
Talking about his association with the superstar, Deepak said he considers the opportunities that have come his way to be a matter of fate.
“I genuinely feel blessed because I believe SRK is written in my stars. I don’t call or message people to make things happen, but somehow, life keeps creating these opportunities for me to meet Shah Rukh sir. From being his fan to being associated with the journey of Fan, and now getting the opportunity to play a character named SRK in Junglywood, it feels like everything has come full circle,” he said.
Deepak also spoke about the influence Shah Rukh has had on him and his work. “I carry a little bit of Shah Rukh with me in whatever I do. He has been an inspiration in more ways than one,” he added.
Deepak Kalra wishes Shah Rukh Khan on his birthday
On Shah Rukh Khan's birthday, Deepak also shared a message for the actor and expressed his excitement about his upcoming film King. “Wishing my King Khan the happiest birthday. I wish him all the love and success for King. Honestly, I am more excited about King than Doomsday! That’s how much I look forward to watching him on screen. For me, he will always be the one and only King,” Deepak said.
From following Shah Rukh Khan's career as a fan to being associated with Fan and now portraying a character named SRK in Junglywood, Deepak's connection with the actor has also become part of his own journey in cinema.
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