During an episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 18, Amitabh Bachchan shared his admiration for Shah Rukh Khan after actor Rajkummar Rao spoke about being inspired by Khan's journey from Delhi to Bollywood stardom. Rao recounted how Khan's rise from a middle-class background through theatre and television work motivated him when he was starting his own acting career.

Barrya praised Khan for his unwavering determination and interpersonal strength. "He is the kind of person who never gives up on anything; no matter the problem, just by speaking, he boosts the other person's confidence tremendously," Bachchan said, reflecting on their collaborations in films such as Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham and Mohabbatein. Rao's appearance on the show coincided with promotions for his upcoming biopic Prahaar, which also stars Wamiqa Gabbi and is set to release on October 16.