Why is Shah Rukh Khan the king of romance? Sushmita Sen reveals what it is really like to be romanced by SRK
Main Hoon Na
is one such film, and nearly two decades later, it continues to hold a special place in the hearts of fans and its actors. In an exclusive chat, actress
Sushmita Sen
opened up about her cherished memories of working alongside
Shah Rukh Khan
in the 2004 blockbuster and why he remains the King of romance.
While speaking about Main Hoon Na, Sushmita Sen in an interview with
Bollywood Hungama
described Main Hoon Na as one of her most memorable films with Shah Rukh Khan. She recalled how every moment on set felt magical and praised Shah Rukh for being a genuinely protective co-star.
She further credited the star for his graceful and considerate nature, as he ensured that his female co-stars were comfortable and well taken care of. She also mentioned that some of the film's most iconic moments, like the famous open-arms gesture when Chandni walks in, weren't even scripted but improvised by Shah Rukh on the spot, adding to the film's enduring charm. For Sushmita, he remains one of her most cherished co-stars, and she proudly calls herself a fan of his.
A still from Main Hoon Na.
About Main Hoon Na
Directed by Farah Khan, Main Hoon Na was a genre-bending masala entertainer that marked her directorial debut. Released on April 30, 2004, the film featured a stellar ensemble cast including Shah Rukh Khan, Sushmita Sen, Suniel Shetty, Amrita Rao, and Zayed Khan. The story was about Major Ram Sharma, a soldier who goes undercover at a college to protect a general's daughter and reconcile with his estranged family. It emerged as the second-highest-grossing Indian film of the year.
About Sushmita Sen and Shah Rukh Khan's works
Sushmita Sen has since continued her evolution as an actor, with acclaimed performances in web series like Aarya and the recent
Taali
, where she portrayed activist Gauri Sawant. Meanwhile, Shah Rukh Khan is gearing up for his next big-screen appearance in King, a high-octane film now being helmed by Pathaan director Siddharth Anand. Originally slated to be directed by Sujoy Ghosh, the film recently went on floors in Mumbai and reportedly features Abhishek Bachchan in a key role.
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