Actor Rajkummar Rao shared insights into how Shah Rukh Khan's rise from Delhi inspired his own journey in cinema. Speaking on Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 18 with Amitabh Bachchan, Rajkummar drew parallels between their backgrounds, noting that both hail from Delhi and pursued acting despite outsider status in the film industry.

Rajkummar recounted how Shah Rukh Khan's trajectory—from a middle-class Delhi family through theatre and television roles to becoming a major Bollywood star—shaped his aspirations. He recalled his early days in Mumbai, describing how he would frequently stand outside Shah Rukh Khan's residence, Mannat, during his initial attempts to establish himself as an actor.

During the conversation, Amitabh Bachchan also reflected on his professional collaborations with Shah Rukh Khan, highlighting the actor's resilient and confidence-inspiring nature. Bachchan praised Shah Rukh's refusal to accept defeat and his ability to uplift those around him.