Superstar Shah Rukh Khan has a global stardom, with his fans adoring him worldwide. However, during the recent episode of the Australian quiz show Millionaire Hot Seat went viral on social media about King Khan, which has created a significant buzz.
In a screenshot widely circulating on social media, a contestant sitting in the hot seat was asked, “Billionaire Shah Rukh Khan is best known for his achievements in what field?”
However, the options displayed were as follows: Software Development, Film Acting, Motor Racing, and Professional Poker.
The contestant unexpectedly chose "Software Development" as the response.
Indian internet users were immediately drawn to the answer, with many expressing shock and laughter. Since then, the episode has sparked internet discussions, with some users doubting whether SRK is as well-known worldwide as people think, particularly outside of India, where he is hailed as one of the biggest movie stars in the world.
One person tweeted, “Some people r celebrating like they ve exposed a big secret just because someone didn't know Shah Rukh Khan. Meanwhile SRK being mentioned in TV shows/reality shows / movies / news around the world is a normal thing now.. But one random guy didnt know his profession so the "global icon" title is in serious danger now.!!!”
Some people r celebrating like they ve exposed a big secret just because someone didn't know Shah Rukh Khan. 😭 Meanwhile SRK being mentioned in TV shows/reality shows / movies / news around the world is a normal thing now.. But one random guy didnt know his profession so the…— Imtiaz (@CricImtiaz) March 2, 2026
Another added, “Why it’s shocking? people outside India may not know him. Even though we live in India, we don’t know all the actors around the world.”
Why it’s shocking? people outside India may not know him. Even though we live in India, we don’t know all the actors around the world. — NOT THE HEADLINES (@nthdaily) March 2, 2026
One tweet reads, “And some people say he is global icon.”
And some people say he is global icon 😭🙏— Aman (@mfardecrouz) March 2, 2026
Another claimed, “Most Americans have no idea who this is, including me before I saw this post and its replies. Give it 30 minutes and his name will be forgotten again. Actually, while I'm typing this i just see the answer part of this question and have already forgotten his name.”
Most Americans have no idea who this is, including me before I saw this post and its replies. Give it 30 minutes and his name will be forgotten again. Actually, while I'm typing this i just see the answer part of this question and have already forgotten his name. — AquariusDream3r (@AquariusDream3r) March 2, 2026
On the work front, Shah Rukh Khan is gearing up to return to the big screen with the highly anticipated film, King.
Directed by Siddharth Anand, the action thriller also stars Suhana Khan, Deepika Padukone, and others in the lead roles. King will be released this Christmas.
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