Shah Rukh Khan has become a National Award recipient, having been named the joint Best Actor winner at the 71st National Film Awards on Friday evening. Hours later, he posted a video message on Instagram expressing his gratitude to fans. However, viewers noticed something unusual, the superstar’s arm was in a cast during the video.Thanking team, fans and family despite injuryAfter winning the award, Shah Rukh expressed his gratitude in a video message, thanking his ‘Jawan’ director Atlee, his fans, team, and family. Dressed in a black polo, black trousers, and a grey beanie, he appeared with his right arm in a cast. He humorously addressed his injury in the caption, saying, “Overwhelmed with the love showered upon me. Half a hug to everyone today.”Details on Shah Rukh Khan’s injury on ‘King’ shootA few weeks ago, Khan sustained an injury while filming for his upcoming movie ‘King’. According to a report, the incident happened during the shooting of an intense scene directed by Siddharth Anand at a Mumbai studio. A source told Hindustan Times that Shah Rukh was shooting in Mumbai when he was injured. The exact details of the injury are being held under wraps at the moment. It is more of a muscular injury and nothing serious. That being said, it is not being taken lightly. Khan has travelled to the US for medical attention. He has been suggested to take a one-month rest.Shoot schedule postponed due to injuryKhan’s injury has led to the cancellation of the planned shooting schedule for ‘King’ during July and August. Filming will recommence once he recovers. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the movie is notable for featuring Shah Rukh alongside his daughter Suhana Khan, in their first on-screen appearance together.SRK’s positive spirit amidst setbackDespite his injury, SRK remains cheerful. In a video message to his fans, he lightheartedly addressed his condition, saying, “I would love to spread my arms and share my love, but I am a bit indisposed. But don’t worry! Just keep the popcorn ready. I will be back in theatres and soon on the screen.” He then performed his iconic arms-wide gesture, this time extending just one hand.National Film Awards highlightsAt the 71st National Film Awards, Shah Rukh Khan and Vikrant Massey were jointly honored with the Best Actor award, with Vikrant recognized for his outstanding role in ’12th Fail’. Meanwhile, Rani Mukerji earned the Best Actress accolade for her performance in ‘Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway’. Additionally, ’12th Fail’ fixed the award for Best Film.
