John Cena was ‘awestruck’ & ‘starstruck after meeting Shah Rukh Khan, describes him as ‘empathetic, kind and sharing’: “His words were beyond inspirational to me”

Cena's admiration for Khan is evident. He describes the Bollywood icon as "empathetic, kind, and sharing".

August 5, 2024 - 10:27 AM IST

John Cena has proven time and again that his star extends far beyond the wrestling ring. His recent attendance at the lavish wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in Mumbai was a testament to his global appeal. But it was his candid revelation about the profound impact Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has had on his life that truly captured the world's attention.

John Cena was ‘awestruck’ & ‘starstruck after meeting Shah Rukh Khan, describes him as ‘empathetic, kind and sharing’: “His words were beyond inspirational to me”

John Cena, currently promoting his upcoming film Jackpot, opened up about his encounter with Khan in a recent interview with ANI. He described the moment as "emotional" and "starstruck," a confession that's as surprising as it is endearing from a man known for his tough exterior. The Hollywood action star explained that a TED Talk by Shah Rukh Khan had been a pivotal moment in his life, inspiring a significant shift in his perspective.

“He (Shah Rukh) did a TED Talk that found me at the right time in my life and his words were beyond inspirational to me,” Cena shared. “They helped orchestrate a change in my life. And since that change, I have been able to recognize all the jackpots that I have been given and been grateful and work hard to make sure I don’t waste them.”

Cena's admiration for Khan is evident. He describes the Bollywood icon as "empathetic, kind, and sharing," and the meeting between the two titans of entertainment was clearly a moment to cherish.

The wrestler turned actor had earlier expressed his gratitude for the Ambani family's hospitality and described the wedding as a "surreal 24 hours." He shared a photo with Khan on social media, writing, “A surreal 24 hours. So grateful for the Ambani family for their unmatched warmth and hospitality. An experience filled with so many unforgettable moments which allowed me to connect with countless new friends, including meeting @iamsrk and being able to tell him personally the positive effect he has had on my life.”

A surreal 24 hours. So grateful for the Ambani family for their unmatched warmth and hospitality.
An experience filled with so many unforgettable moments which allowed me to connect with countless new friends, including meeting @iamsrk and being able to tell him personally the… pic.twitter.com/MNRb29cFuV
— John Cena (@JohnCena) July 13, 2024