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Shah Rukh Khan was a teacher’s favourite in school, senior Palash Sen says he had one flaw
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 11 Sep 2026, 04:49 AM
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Senior Palash Sen recalled that the future Bollywood star was popular with his teachers, though he had a single shortcoming during his school years.
Senior Palash Sen, who was a contemporary of Shah Rukh Khan during their school days, recently spoke about the actor's early reputation among teachers. Sen said that Khan consistently earned praise for his courteous behavior and the ease with which he interacted with faculty members.
While acknowledging Khan's popularity, Sen also mentioned that the future star had one notable flaw. He did not provide detailed specifics, but emphasized that the shortcoming stood out amidst an otherwise commendable school record.
The recollection adds a personal dimension to the public narrative of Khan's rise in Bollywood, illustrating how his school‑time demeanor contrasted with the larger-than‑life persona he later cultivated on screen.
While acknowledging Khan's popularity, Sen also mentioned that the future star had one notable flaw. He did not provide detailed specifics, but emphasized that the shortcoming stood out amidst an otherwise commendable school record.
The recollection adds a personal dimension to the public narrative of Khan's rise in Bollywood, illustrating how his school‑time demeanor contrasted with the larger-than‑life persona he later cultivated on screen.