Even as Shah Rukh Khan commands a larger-than-life presence on screen, he appears to have little authority over the smallest details at home.
The Bollywood superstar recently gave fans a glimpse of his domestic life, joking that his wife Gauri Khan makes all the decisions at their Mumbai residence, Mannat, reports NDTV.
The actor made the remarks at the launch of Shahrukhz Residences by Danube, a luxury property project in Dubai. Filmmaker Karan Johar hosted the event and asked Shah Rukh what he was not allowed to do in his own home.
Responding with his trademark humour, Shah Rukh said he could not interfere in almost anything, from the Wi-Fi and furniture to the colours, paintings and lighting. He made it clear that Mannat was Gauri’s home, rather than his.
“Hamare ghar ke ander, Gauri ke ghar ke baare mein kuch nahin bol sakte,” he said, explaining that he had no say in decisions about the staircase, lift, ceiling, chandelier or even whether someone could eat in bed.
The actor added that he and his family simply sit back and enjoy the home Gauri has created. He joked that even after moving into their penthouse, he would probably have to praise her design choices all over again.
Beyond the humour, Shah Rukh also spoke about why owning a home means so much to him. Having lost his parents at a young age and not owning a house before marrying Gauri, he said a home has always held a special place in his life.
He described it as a refuge where people can return after difficult days, find comfort and gather the strength to face the world again. He also recalled that the first house he and Gauri bought, as well as Mannat, was beyond what they could initially afford.
Encouraging people to pursue their dreams, he said faith and determination had helped him achieve his own. He urged people to “think big, believe big” and trust themselves and the Almighty.
On the work front, Shah Rukh is preparing for the release of his upcoming film ‘King’, directed by Siddharth Anand. The action thriller is scheduled to reach cinemas on 24 December 2026.
