Happy Birthday Shah Rukh Khan: 7 prestigious International awards bagged by him that makes India proud

Happy Birthday Shah Rukh Khan: 7 prestigious International awards bagged by him that makes India proud

Shah Rukh Khan - the Badshah, the King, the charming man of Bollywood – celebrates his 53rd birthday on Friday. The actor seems to grow more handsome and intriguing with every passing year. His work as well as words have inspired many and will continue to do so for many years to come. Not just acting, SRK has proved to be an excelled orator, influential role model, as well as a pride gem of the country. He has made India proud with many prestigious International awards, that he received for his noble work, be it helping the acid attack victims through his Meer foundation or supporting the para-athletes of our nation, this superstar has stood for all. On Shah Rukh’s birthday, here are 7 International felicitations received by the actor which will make every Indian’s chest swell with pride.

Happy Birthday Shah Rukh Khan: 7 prestigious International awards bagged by him that makes India proud

Shah Rukh Khan, in 2009, was listed in the 500 most influential Muslims in the world by Georgetown University. Other Indians to share the honour with him were the former Indian President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam and Oscar winning composer AR Rahman.

Happy Birthday Shah Rukh Khan: 7 prestigious International awards bagged by him that makes India proud

Shah Rukh Khan received a rare honour of signing the guest book at the Berlin Town hall in 2010. He is the first Indian actor to be felicitated with such a prestige.

Happy Birthday Shah Rukh Khan: 7 prestigious International awards bagged by him that makes India proud

Shah Rukh Khan was awarded the Pyramide con Marni award for his charitable work, a special award for his kindness, at the 20th UNESCO Awards in Germany in 2011. The actor was bonded with Hollywood star Jet Li. This is yet another firsts for SRK, as he is the first Indian to be honoured with this award.

Happy Birthday Shah Rukh Khan: 7 prestigious International awards bagged by him that makes India proud

In 2011, Shah Rukh Khan became the first global ambassador of the Water Supply and Sanitation Collaborative Council, noting particularly how poor sanitation and hygiene have a detrimental effect on women and girl children.

Happy Birthday Shah Rukh Khan: 7 prestigious International awards bagged by him that makes India proud

France has honoured Shah Rukh Khan with Legion of France, its highest distinction – civilian or military in 2014. Recently, in 2018, a Goldcoin Was Named Shah Rukh Khan and Kept In Paris Museum.

Happy Birthday Shah Rukh Khan: 7 prestigious International awards bagged by him that makes India proud

The European Tech, Digital Economy and Policy event for 2018 – Webit.Festival awarded Shah Rukh Khan for his inspiring work through Meer Foundation and his advocacy and efforts in standing up for women’s and children’s rights and equality in India.

Happy Birthday Shah Rukh Khan: 7 prestigious International awards bagged by him that makes India proud

Shah Rukh Khan was awarded the Crystal Award at the World Economic Forum 2018 in Switzerland. The superstar was awarded this humanitarian for his efforts to rehabilitate acid attack survivors through his non-profit organisaiton, Meer Foundation.