Shah Rukh Khan’s heartwarming words to nervous Janki Bodiwala while receiving award steals hearts

March 11, 2025 - 2:25 PM IST

Actor Janki Bodiwala, who portrayed Ajay Devgn and Jyotika's daughter in the 2024 horror-drama Shaitaan, won her first-ever award at the International Indian Film Academy Awards (IIFA) 2025. The moment became even more memorable for the young actress when none other than Shah Rukh Khan presented the award to her.

Shah Rukh Khan’s heartwarming words to nervous Janki Bodiwala while receiving award steals hearts

A video capturing Janki's unforgettable moment on stage with Shah Rukh Khan has gone viral on the internet. In the clip, she appears visibly nervous before saying, “Actually, I am super nervous because I am getting this award from King Khan... Oh my God.”

Shah Rukh Khan blushed as Janki expressed her emotions, then moved closer to her and reassured her, saying, “Don't be nervous. I am more nervous than you.” The heartwarming exchange between the two actors sparked a loud cheer from the audience at IIFA 2025. The award ceremony took place in Jaipur.

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In her speech after receiving the award, Janki Bodiwala expressed her gratitude to Shaitaan's director Vikas Bahl and thanked her co-actors Ajay Devgn, Madhavan, Jyothika, and Anngad Raaj for their support.

After Janki finished her speech, Shah Rukh Khan escorted her down the stairs, holding her hand, and gave her a warm hug before leaving.

Janki shared the video on Instagram, writing, “The dream of hearing ‘and the award goes to’ following my name has fulfilled today and that too from @iamsrk sir himself, can’t thank enough! Thank you @iifa for this lifetime memory.”

She continued, “Thank you @krishnadevyagnik for Vash, it wouldn’t have been possible without you. Thank you @vikas71 @kumarmangatpathak #jyotideshpande for Shaitaan! Now comes the man who made it all possible, who made sure that I never feel like an outsider and who brought me back from my starstruck moment to my character, none other than @ajaydevgn sir! Thank you @actormaddy sir for the support and all the insightful lessons. And here comes my favourite @jyotika ma’am for giving me immense love and support. @anngadofficial you little brat, your presence was as delightful as your face.”

Several fans of Shah Rukh Khan also shared the video, praising the actor's humility and gentlemanly behaviour. “As always, proves why he’s the ultimate gentleman!” one SRK fan commented.

Directed by Vikas Bahl, Shaitaan was presented by Jio Studios, Ajay Devgn FFilms, and Panorama Studios International. The film was produced by Ajay Devgn, Jyoti Deshpande, Kumar Mangat Pathak, and Abhishek Pathak.

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