Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan is facing backlash after a video of him pushing an elderly man on the red carpet at the International Locarno Film Festival went viral on social media.
The incident has sparked outrage among many of his fans. Shah Rukh Khan, who is currently in Switzerland and was honored with the prestigious Pardo Alla Carriera award for his contributions to cinema, was seen in the video walking the red carpet when he suddenly pushed an elderly man, asking him to step back.
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The elderly man complied, and Shah Rukh Khan continued to pose for the cameras.
The video, which has been widely shared on social media, has angered many fans.
While some defended the actor, suggesting that the elderly man was a friend and the push was meant as a joke, others criticized Khan for showing disrespect, especially on an international stage.
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One fan commented, “Shah Rukh Khan should know better than to treat an older person like that,” while others expressed disappointment, questioning his manners. The incident has ignited a heated debate online, with opinions divided over whether Khan’s actions were harmless or inappropriate.