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29 years of Shah Rukh Khan in the industry: Fauji to Ted Talks, a look at his successful TV journey

TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on - Jun 25, 2021, 18:04 IST
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29 years of Shah Rukh Khan in the industry: Fauji to Ted Talks, a look at his successful TV journey

Shah Rukh Khan, known as Bollywood's Badshah is ruling the hearts of the audience even at 55. The actor has influenced many through his phenomenal body of work in India and worldwide. Shah Rukh Khan started his career as a TV actor on June 25, but now he owns a production house, graphics company, and a lot more. Let's take a look at his trajectory in the TV world:(Photo: Instagram)

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Fauji (1989)

Shah Rukh Khan started his career in the entertainment industry through this television series, Fauji based on the Indian Army. He played the role of Lieutenant Abhimanyu Rai. The character Vikram Rai was supposed to be the hero of the show. However, the camera captured Shah Rukh Khan's charm, and the script was altered to bring SRK's character in the limelight.(Photo: Instagram)

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Circus (1989-1990)

This show was set in a circus troupe and had Shah Rukh Khan in it as Shekharan Rai. Filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker, Makarand Deshpande, and Pavan Malhotra were also a part of the show. Actress Renuka Shahane was paired opposite SRK in Circus.(Photo: Instagram)

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Dil Dariya (1988-1989)

Interestingly, Dil Dariya was the first show that Shah Rukh shot for but Fauji went on air first and became to be known as his first show.(Photo: Instagram)

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Doosra Keval (1989-1990)

In this show, Shah Rukh Khan is a country boy, who goes to the city and never returns. His story is translated to the viewers through his mother, daughter, and the villagers. Later, one of Shah Rukh Khan's friends visits the village, and his family accepts him as Keval. Therefore, the name, 'Doosra Keval'.(Photo: Instagram)

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Kaun Banega Crorepati (2007)

Shah Rukh Khan hosted the mega quiz show, Kaun Banega Crorepati in 2007. Otherwise, the show is hosted by Amitabh Bachchan.(Photo: Instagram)

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Kya Aap Panchvi Pass Se Tez Hain? (2008)

Kya Aap Panchvi Pass Se Tez Hain? was an adaptation of the American show, Are you smarter than a 5th grader? The show's first episode, hosted by Shah Rukh Khan went on air in April 25 and the last episode was telecasted on July 27, 2008, and had former Bihar CM Lalu Prasad Yadav as a special guest.(Photo: Instagram)

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Zor Ka Jhatka: Total Wipeout (2011)

Zor Ka Jhatka: Total Wipeout was a comedy show hosted by Shah Rukh Khan along with Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain co-star Saumya Tandon. The contestants of this show had to overcome obstacles to reach the next level.(Photo: Instagram)

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TED Talks India: Nayi Soch (2017-2019)

TED Talks India: Nayi Soch was a show where people from different walks of life spoke about their journey that inspires people. Host Shah Rukh Khan interviewed the people from across borders to know about their exceptional work and contribution to society. (Photo: Instagram)

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in the first photo he looks very similar to azmal kasab
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