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Maniesh Paul recalls Shah Rukh Khan easing his nerves with jokes
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 11 Oct 2026, 04:18 AM
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Actor Maniesh Paul reflected on how Shah Rukh Khan used humor to make him feel at ease during a recent interaction.
Maniesh Paul, a rising actor in the Hindi film industry, recently shared a memorable encounter with superstar Shah Rukh Khan. In an interview with The Indian Express, Paul recalled how the veteran actor used light‑hearted jokes to put him at ease.
According to Paul, Khan’s humor was aimed at easing the tension that often accompanies interactions with a larger‑than‑lifetime star. The jokes, he said, were delivered in a friendly manner that made the atmosphere feel relaxed and welcoming.
The incident left a lasting impression on Paul, who noted that Khan’s approach helped him feel comfortable and confident in the presence of a legendary figure. The story highlights the camaraderie that can exist behind the scenes of Bollywood productions.
According to Paul, Khan’s humor was aimed at easing the tension that often accompanies interactions with a larger‑than‑lifetime star. The jokes, he said, were delivered in a friendly manner that made the atmosphere feel relaxed and welcoming.
The incident left a lasting impression on Paul, who noted that Khan’s approach helped him feel comfortable and confident in the presence of a legendary figure. The story highlights the camaraderie that can exist behind the scenes of Bollywood productions.