Shah Rukh Khan's Iconic Debut in 'Deewana' Overshadowed Rishi Kapoor

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Shah Rukh Khan's Iconic Debut in 'Deewana' Overshadowed Rishi Kapoor
- •Rishi Kapoor, a celebrated actor known for films like Bobby and Chandni, led the 1992 hit film Deewana.
- •Shah Rukh Khan made his big screen debut in Deewana, appearing after the interval and quickly stealing the show.
- •SRK's performance in Deewana, despite being a newcomer, cemented his position as a rising star in Bollywood.
- •Deewana was a major commercial success, becoming the second-highest-grossing film of 1992 and running for 50 weeks.
- •Shah Rukh Khan won the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut for his role in Deewana, and a sequel is now in the works.
Why It Matters: Shah Rukh Khan's impactful debut in Deewana, alongside Rishi Kapoor, launched his legendary Bollywood career.
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