RIYADH: A video of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has gone viral on social media, showing the actor taking a phone away from a fan who was attempting to snap a selfie on stage.
The Incident
The event took place during a high-profile awards ceremony in Riyadh. In the viral footage, a fan approached King Khan on stage for a selfie. Instead of posing, the actor is seen smiling while taking the phone from the fan’s hand and pointing toward the official cameramen positioned in front of the stage. Shortly after, a second fan attempted the same, and Shah Rukh Khan repeated the gesture—taking the phone and directing the fan to look at the professional cameras instead.
Mixed Reactions Online
The video has divided the internet, triggering a heated debate among fans and critics. Some social media users labeled the act as “arrogant,” suggesting the actor should have allowed the fans their moment. However, many supporters jumped to his defense, arguing that he was simply following event protocol. They pointed out that he remained smiling and was likely ensuring that high-quality professional photos were taken instead of blurry selfies.
While the “King of Romance” is known for his witty and humble interactions, this particular clip has once again put his public conduct under the spotlight.
