Shah Rukh Khan is famous for making his major releases in Diwali. SRK’s career involves timing, charisma and audience goodwill. SRK has bagged 11 Diwali releases. His films have varied across storylines ranging from thrillers to romance, action to spectacle.
Baazigar (1993)
This film was a Diwali checkpoint for SRK. He plays the role of the villain. The crime thriller film proved to be a turning point, which pushed SRK into the big league. The film also casts actors like Kajol and Shilpa Shetty. The title track of Baazigar has won the hearts of fans worldwide.
Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995)
This film was released on 20 October. DDLJ is the longest-running film in the history of Indian cinema. The film also cast Kajol as the lead actress. The iconic SRK open arms pose was popularised in Dilwale Dulhan Le Jayenge.
Dil To Pagal Hain (1997)
This film blends dance, drama and love. The film is directed by Yash Chopra. The festive release was successful on the silver screen, popularised among families and young audiences. The film consists of a stellar cast which includes Shah Rukh Khan, Madhuri Dixit and Karishma Kapoor.
Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998)
The film is entertaining and dynamic. This film is special as it marks Karan Johar’s directorial debut. Kich Kuch reminded viewers that Diwali could sparkle with style as well as substance. The film casts brilliant actors like SRK, Kajol and Rani Mukherjee who play the roles of the iconic trio of Rahul, Anjali and Tina.
Mohabbatein (2000)
This film is a classic and consists of a stellar cast, including Amitabh Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai. The film’s theme revolves around love, music and rebel students, which fits the Diwali mood of grand celebration.
Veer-Zaara (2004)
The cross-border love saga was a Diwali release. This film paired SRK with Preity Zinta and assured his blockbuster status at the festive window.
Om Shanti Om (2007)
This film is a meta-cinema extravaganza released on Diwali. This film has set many records and delivered both nostalgia and mass entertainment.
Don (2006)
Don is an action-thriller remake released on Diwali. This film blends style, superstar energy and holiday momentum.
Happy New Year (2014)
This film is cited as one of the big Diwali hits. Happy New Year produced scale, star power and spectacle for the festival release slot.
SRK has a great ability to synchronise his film’s tone with Diwali’s mood. His film blends family, festivity, tension, and resolution. Whether romance, thriller or drama, these films are released at a time when audiences are available, the mood is celebratory, and competition is fierce.
Shah Rukh Khan’s Diwali release legacy is more than a statistic. It is a strategy that made the cinema a staple. The 11 Diwali released films signify milestones of style, genre and blockbuster culture in Bollywood.
