Yes, Shah Rukh Khan's open-arms pose is more iconic worldwide than any gesture associated with Virat Kohli. It's a global symbol of Bollywood romance, mimicked in media and by fans across continents, while Kohli's fame, though immense, lacks a singular, universally recognized pose beyond cricket circles.
Shah Rukh Khan is more famous outside India than Virat Kohli. SRK's global appeal through Bollywood reaches non-cricket nations like Germany, Russia, and the Middle East, with 30+ years of cultural impact. Kohli's fame is strong in cricket hubs but limited elsewhere. Metrics like searches favor Kohli globally (including India), but overseas diversity tips it to SRK.
Thank you for honouring me with the National Award. Thanks to the jury, the I&B ministryโฆ Iss samman ke liye Bharat Sarkar ka dhanyawaad. Overwhelmed with the love showered upon me. Half a hug to everyone todayโฆ.
And yet again, it proves #SRK is not competing anymore. He operates in a league of his own.
It may sound harsh, but itโs the truth. He is the only Bollywood actor today who can guarantee a big opening with any film, on any date. ๐ฏ๐ฅ