Shah Rukh Khan says he has quit smoking

November 03, 2024 20:06

Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan, who used to be a heavy smoker, has revealed that he has finally kicked the habit.

The actor shared the health update with his admirers who gathered to celebrate his 59th birthday on Saturday at an auditorium in Mumbai.

In a video from the event shared by his fan club on X, Shah Rukh can be heard saying: "There's a good thing I'm not smoking anymore, guys. I thought I won't feel so breathless after quitting smoking, but I still feel it (the side-effects). Inshallah, that will also get ok."

In 2012, the actor drew flak for smoking in public during an IPL match between his team Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals, but escaped with a paltry fine of Rs 100 after he pleaded guilty before a court in Jaipur.

At a media event in 2017, Shah Rukh said he was planning to quit smoking and drinking for the sake of his children Aryan, Suhana, and AbRam.

At Saturday's fan event, Shah Rukh also promised fans to entertain them for at least next 10 years.

"I want to make special films for the next 10 years. I really want to entertain all of you happily," he said.

The actor will next be seen in King, directed by Sujoy Ghosh. The film will also star his daughter Suhana. -- PTI

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