'Kaun Shah Rukh Khan!': Vivek Oberoi claims SRK may be forgotten by 2050

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, often celebrated as one of the most influential Indian film stars and the richest actor in the world, has ruled Bollywood for over three decades. With a career spanning 33 years, countless blockbusters, and a widespread global fanbase, SRK continues to remain a defining figure in Indian cinema. Even at 60, after recently winning his first National Award, the Jawan actor shows no signs of slowing down.

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Despite this towering legacy, actor Vivek Oberoi believes future generations may not even know the name Shah Rukh Khan.

Vivek Oberoi’s Thought-Provoking Comment

While promoting his upcoming film Mastiii 4, Vivek Oberoi opened up to Pinkvilla about the transient nature of fame.

During the chat, Vivek said, "Which film, starring whom from the 1960s, do you ask anyone about today-nobody cares. You will inevitably be relegated to history. In 2050, people might say, 'Kaun Shah Rukh Khan?' (Who is Shah Rukh Khan?)"

‘People Might Not Even Know Who Raj Kapoor Was’

Continuing the conversation, Vivek reflected on how even legendary icons may fade from public memory over time.

He added, "Just as people today might ask, 'Who is Raj Kapoor?' You and I may call him the god of cinema, but if you ask any youngster who is a fan of Ranbir Kapoor, they might not even know who Raj Kapoor was. So perhaps history eventually relegates us all to nothingness."

His viewpoint underscores an age-old truth: no matter how big the star, every generation embraces its own icons, while older names slowly blur into history.

Vivek Oberoi’s Upcoming Films

Vivek Oberoi is gearing up for the release of Mastiii 4, hitting theatres on November 21. The ensemble comedy also features Riteish Deshmukh, Aftab Shivdasani, Arshad Warsi, and Nargis Fakhri.

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Beyond this, Vivek is part of Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit starring Prabhas and Triptii Dimri, and Nitesh Tiwari’s ambitious Ramayana, featuring Ranbir Kapoor, Sunny Deol, Yash, and Sai Pallavi. Reports also suggest he will play Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb in the grand historical drama The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, headlined by Rishab Shetty.