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Shah Rukh Khan Told Underworld 'Just Shoot Me': Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta Recalls How Pathaan Star Stood His Ground
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· September 5, 2026
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Key points According to Sanjay, Shah Rukh refused to back down and instead told the underworld to "just shoot me" rather than give in to their demands. Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta shared a story about Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan's bravery when faced with underworld threats.
Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta shared a story about Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan's bravery when faced with underworld threats. According to Sanjay, Shah Rukh refused to back down and instead told the underworld to "just shoot me" rather than give in to their demands. Sanjay claimed that Shah Rukh was one of the few people in the film industry who openly stated he was not afraid of the underworld.
Sanjay shared this story on the Hussain Zaidi Files podcast, where he discussed Shah Rukh's courageous stance. Further details about the incident are available from the source.
The story highlights Shah Rukh's bravery in the face of adversity, with Sanjay portraying him as a strong and fearless individual.
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Published: September 5, 2026 ·
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