Did you know Shah Rukh Khan played a gay character in Arundhati Roy's National Award-winning film?

Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan often hailed as the “King of Bollywood," has come a long way from his modest beginnings. His journey to stardom started with minor roles, one of the earliest being in the 1989 film ‘In Which Annie Gives It Those Ones’. Written by renowned author and activist Arundhati Roy, the film is currently making waves online, with an old video of Shah Rukh Khan’s performance in a gay role gaining significant attention.
In the movie ‘In Which Annie Gives It Those Ones’, SRK plays a supporting role in a film that delves into the life of Anand Grover, or Annie, an idealistic student portrayed by Arjun Raina. Anand is more interested in devising utopian solutions for India's problems than in pursuing his studies. Arundhati Roy herself appeared in the film, playing Anand's bohemian girlfriend, Radha. The film also featured Roshan Seth, Rituraj Singh, and Manoj Bajpayee, the latter making an appearance in a supporting role. Directed by Pradip Kishen, Arundhati Roy’s then-husband, the film not only captured the essence of student life in late 1970s Delhi but also won two National Awards. Roy received one for Best Screenplay, while Kishen’s direction earned the film the award for Best Feature Film in English.
Released in 1989, the film provided a snapshot of student life and societal attitudes of that era. Shah Rukh Khan’s role, though minor, was a significant early step in his career. Just a year before this film, Shah Rukh Khan made his television debut with the popular serial ‘Fauji’. He continued to take on small roles in television shows such as ‘Umeed’ and ‘Wagle Ki Duniya’ before securing a lead role in Aziz Mirza’s ‘Circus’.
Today, Shah Rukh Khan stands as one of the highest-paid and most influential actors globally. His success extends beyond acting, with substantial ventures in various businesses. On the horizon, Shah Rukh Khan is set to appear in the highly anticipated film ‘King’. This movie is notable for featuring his daughter, Suhana Khan, in her second role following her debut in the streaming series ‘The Archies.’