‘King’ Delayed After Shah Rukh Khan’s Injury: Revisiting the Films That Crowned Him King Of Romance

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Reports are doing the rounds that Shah Rukh Khan has temporarily stepped away from the sets of his upcoming action film 'King' after sustaining a muscular injury during an intense sequence in Mumbai. Though not considered serious, the injury required attention, prompting a brief trip to the US for treatment. Doctors have advised him to rest for at least a month.

As a result, filming, originally planned through July and August is expected to resume in September or October. But while action scenes may be on hold, the conversations around Shah Rukh are far from quiet. In fact, it's a reminder of the side of him fans hold closest: the man who redefined what love looks like on screen.

So, while 'King' awaits its king's return, here's a look back at five roles that powerfully proved why Shah Rukh Khan remains the King of romance in Indian cinema.

1. Shah Rukh Khan In Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995)

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Raj didn't just fall in love, he earned it. Through laughter, hesitation, and a slow build that never rushed, he made space for Simran to choose him. The romance unfolded with charm, but what stayed with audiences was the respect woven through every scene. Even now, that outstretched hand at the train station feels timeless.

2. Shah Rukh Khan In Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001)

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In Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Shah Rukh Khan's portrayal of Rahul isn't about sweeping romantic gestures-it's in the way he looks at Anjali like she's the centre of his world, no matter the setting. From their first playful encounters in Chandni Chowk to building a life together in London far from the approval of his father, He doesn't try to change her or rise above her background-he honours it, embraces it, and builds his life around it. That's where Shah Rukh, without once trying to be the hero, becomes the most romantic man in the room.

3. Shah Rukh Khan In Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003)

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As Aman, Shah Rukh brought humour, warmth, and heartbreak in equal measure. He taught Naina how to live again while hiding the fact that he was running out of time himself. His love was generous and steady, choosing her happiness even when it came at a cost. The depth of feeling never needed loud declarations, it lived in silences and small moments.

4. Shah Rukh Khan In Veer-Zaara (2004)

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Veer's love didn't ask for anything in return. He stayed in prison for years, not to prove a point, but because he believed Zaara's future mattered more than his own. There was strength in the stillness, in the quiet conviction that love survives distance, even when the world moves on.

5. Shah Rukh Khan In Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi (2008)

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Surinder was simple, but his love had clarity. He didn't try to be someone else to win his wife over, he only wanted to understand what brought her joy. And when it was time to speak honestly, he stepped aside, giving her the freedom to decide. That kind of love doesn't seek control. It gives space, and in that space, something true can grow.

A Pause In Action But Not In Emotion

With 'King' delayed, some fans may feel the wait. But Shah Rukh Khan's relationship with his audience has never depended on release dates. His most memorable roles have always reflected the kind of love that listens, adapts, and stays steady especially when things get difficult.

As Shah Rukh Khan takes time to heal, one image continues to echo across decades-arms stretched wide, eyes locked in promise. That gesture wasn't just his trademark, it was his way of making love feel fearless and open. It said everything without a single word: 'I see you, I choose you, I'm here'. And somehow, it still does.