TIME 100 Most Influential List: Time magazine has released its list of the 100 Most Influential People of 2023, which includes two significant Indian personalities. Shah Rukh Khan and SS Rajamouli have been named to the prestigious list, demonstrating India's dignity on a worldwide scale.
Time magazine has also selected Salman Rushdie, an author, and Padma Lakshmi, a television personality and judge, to its list of the world's 100 most influential people for 2023.
On the list are US President Joe Biden, King Charles, Syrian-born swimmers and advocates Sara Mardini and Yusra Mardini, model Bella Hadid, wealthy CEO Elon Musk, and iconic singer and artist Beyonce.
Alia Bhatt commented on Rajamouli's profile, saying that "he knows his audience well. He knows which beats to hit and which turns to take."
Rajamouli recognises that India is a vast country with diverse demographics, preferences, and culture, and he "unites the audience through his films."
Deepika Padukone, who made her Bollywood debut alongside SRK, wrote him a loving greeting. "I'll never forget the first time I met Shah Rukh Khan," she said in the message. I had only one piece of luggage and a dream when I arrived in Mumbai from Bangalore. The next thing I know I was seated in his place! I was being considered for a role alongside him in a film."
It has been 16 years since then. Our love, trust, and respect for one another are what make our partnership unique. Shah Rukh Khan will be remembered as one of the most talented actors of all time. But it is his brains, gallantry, and kindness that distinguishes him.
Both Rajamouli and Shah Rukh enjoyed strong box office runs in 2022 and 2023, respectively.
Shah Rukh Khan made a comeback to the big screen with Pathaan, which turned out to be a massive success and set multiple box office records.
RRR, directed by SS Rajamouli, not only revitalised the Indian box office but also gained international acclaim. It even earned an Academy Award for Best Original Song for the hit song "Naatu Naatu."
