Globally and super popularly known as the "King of Bollywood, "SRK has not only captivated the hearts of his global audience with his extraordinary screen presence but also with his iconic sense of style.
Over the decades, Shahrukh Khan's goggles game in his movies has truly mirrored his evolving on-screen persona, showing what an impact his shades’ styles have had on his character development.
So we thought of taking you all a trip down the memory lane to view Shahrukh’s characters through his lens, quite literally. Let’s adore some of the most unforgettable looks of SRK in sunglasses, one character and one blockbuster at a time.
1. Raj in Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
Image SourcePlaying the character of a carefree, romantic lad Raj, SRK's sunglasses in Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge- the classic round sunglasses with tinted lenses and thin metal frames turned out to be a trend too timeless, in no time.
This classic design became a fashion statement among the youth, reflecting Raj's adventurous spirit and charming personality. And need we mention, how our hearts skip a beat when he takes his shades off, as if Shahrukh Khan with sunglasses on wasn’t slaying enough!
2. Rahul in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
Image SourceA very charismatic, carefree college guy- Rahul, with his edgy outfits and those cool curved rectangular shades, perfectly matching his playful personality, learns about friendship and love, and later on becomes a responsible single father, all in an interesting course of events. Throughout the movie, his style is as vibrant as his vibe, with his sunglasses encasing his lively spirit.
3. Rahul in Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham
Image SourceBetween family obligations and the love of his life, a dutiful son Rahul is torn. As the stylish and wealthy Rahul Raichand, Shahrukh donned a pair of sleek, curved rectangular sunglasses, perfectly complemented his character, setting a trend for looks almost similar but with the formal outfits he wears and considering how he is Rahul Raichand, with his affluent lifestyle and sharp personality.
4. Don in Don
Image SourceDon, a cunning underworld mastermind, who with his wit, charm and sharp style, outwits his rivals, while rocking the very iconic, “SRK’s Don sunglasses”! Don’t these side shielded, sleek rectangular frames fit just right with this role of his?
5. Om in Om Shanti Om
Image SourceShahrukh's character as Om, grows from a junior artist in the 70s to a superstar in the 2000s. His choice of sunglasses ranged from vintage frames to modern ones, and may we add, how effortlessly well he pulls off each look, just like these retro aviators!
6. Kabir in Chak De India
Image SourceKabir Khan, a determined, passionate hockey coach who was formerly disgraced due to a mishap, finally earns his honor back, by leading the Indian women's hockey team to victory. These classic aviators highlight a very crucial milestone in his life journey- his resurrected confidence!
7. Suri/Raj in Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi
Image SourceSurinder Sahni, a shy, humble man suddenly revamps into the charming, confident Raj to win over the love of his wife. These two extremely contrasting personalities of SRK couldn’t have been so brilliantly distinct without his stylist doing an amazing job with his outfits and these oversized tinted sunnies, obviously!
8. Pathaan in Pathan
Image SourceShahrukh plays the role of Pathaan, a former RAW agent, popular for his guts and charm, street smartness and fearlessness. He teams up with ISI agent Rubina Mohsin, for a daring mission to disrupt Jim, the antagonist's plan.
His sleek, trendy polarized shades soon gained immense craze as the "Pathan movie goggles" or "Pathan goggles."
9. Azad/Vikram in Jawaan
Image SourceSRK stars as both Azad and his father Vikram Rathore, as rebels against corruption. Azad, a fierce jailer, and Vikram, a former soldier, are seen donning shades styles ranging from classic aviators to latest designs, playing a pivotal role in not only enhancing his character, but his charisma too.
When it comes to the style quotient of a celebrity, sunglasses seem to be an indispensable part of their lives, both reel and real.
And it’s “Shahrukh Khan Sunglasses” we're talking about, afterall! And it would only be safe to say that King Khan’s shades style is the king of all the possible trending sunglasses, ever!
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