Shah Rukh Khan, the renowned Bollywood actor, was recently awarded the prestigious Pardo Alla Carriera Award at the Locarno Film Festival 2024. The actor’s acceptance speech and presence at the event have generated considerable buzz on social media.
Shah Rukh Khan’s Memorable Speech at the Locarno Film Festival
During the festival, Shah Rukh Khan received the Lifetime Achievement Award, a significant recognition in the film industry. In his heartfelt speech, Khan expressed his gratitude towards the festival organizers and the people of Locarno. He remarked, “I want to thank you all for welcoming me with such wide arms, wider than the ones I do on screen in this really pretty, very beautiful, very cultural, very artistic, and extremely hot city of Locarno. So many people stuffed up in a little square and so hot, it’s just like being home in India. So, thank you so much for having me here. It’s been a wonderful last two evenings.”
Shah Rukh Khan steals the show at Locarno as he receives the prestigious Pardo Alla Carriera Award and wows everyone with his epic speech filled with charm and wit! ❤️✨@iamsrk @FilmFestLocarno#ShahRukhKhan #Locarno77 #PardoAllaCarriera #GlobalSuperstar #LocarnoFilmFestival… pic.twitter.com/MeNE6UwV9k
— Shah Rukh Khan Universe Fan Club (@SRKUniverse) August 10, 2024
Khan’s speech also included a personal touch, as he shared his affection for Italy and his culinary adventures. He said, “My day has been wonderful, the food has been nice, my Italian is improving, and so has my cooking. I can cook pasta and pizza also. I’m learning here in Locarno. I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart and India. Namashkaar and dhanyawaad (Hello, thank you). God bless you all.”
SRK’s supremacy shines through—from his iconic scenes on the big screen to the thunderous cheers from the crowd, his heartfelt gestures to the people at the Locarno Film Festival, and his warm thanks to everyone for their love and for having him there! 👑@iamsrk… pic.twitter.com/p4C1Fkj4zV
— Shah Rukh Khan Universe Fan Club (@SRKUniverse) August 10, 2024
Fashion and Film Highlights at the Festival
At the ceremony, Shah Rukh Khan made a stylish appearance, wearing a black blazer paired with a black shirt and trousers. His relaxed hairstyle complemented his sophisticated look. The festival organizers also paid tribute to Khan’s illustrious career by screening his acclaimed 2002 film, ‘Devdas’.
This recognition at the Locarno Film Festival underscores Khan’s global impact and the enduring appeal of his work in cinema. The festival provided a platform for celebrating his achievements and allowed fans and critics alike to reflect on his contributions to the film industry.
Upcoming Projects of SRK
On the professional front, Shah Rukh Khan is set to star in ‘King’, a film directed by Sujoy Ghosh. This upcoming project will feature Khan alongside his daughter, Suhana Khan, marking a significant collaboration between the two.
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