Shah Rukh Khan gave fans a glimpse into Ganpati celebrations at Mannat, revealing that his wife Gauri Khan performs the aarti and prayers at home. The actor also said that the family planned to perform Ganpati visarjan later in the evening, offering a rare glimpse into the private festivities at the Khan residence.
Shah Rukh Khan marked Ganesh Chaturthi by sending festive wishes to his fans on X, formerly known as Twitter. The actor subsequently interacted with followers through his popular #AskSRK session, where he spoke about how the festival is celebrated with his family.
His comments offered a personal look at the atmosphere inside Mannat, where family members and friends come together during the festivities.
Shah Rukh Khan reveals Gauri Khan performs the Ganpati aarti
Responding during his interaction with fans, Shah Rukh described the celebrations at home as a simple family gathering.
He revealed that Gauri Khan performs the aarti and prayers, while their children and friends gather around to spend time together.
The actor also indicated that the family would perform the visarjan later that night.
Describing the occasion, Shah Rukh highlighted the laughter and time spent with loved ones rather than elaborate celebrations.
His comments gave fans an uncommon glimpse into how the festival is observed inside the Khan household.
Shah Rukh Khan’s Ganpati wishes to fans
Earlier, Shah Rukh had shared his Ganpati wishes on X, extending greetings to his followers and wishing that Bappa would bring happiness into their lives.
He then invited fans to join his #AskSRK session, turning the festive occasion into an informal interaction with his social-media audience.
The actor is known for using these sessions to communicate directly with fans and occasionally share personal details alongside updates about his films.
Gauri Khan attends Ambani family’s Ganesh Chaturthi celebration
While Shah Rukh spoke about the celebrations at home, Gauri Khan was also seen attending the Ambani family’s Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations.
Gauri arrived at the event accompanied by her mother.
Her appearance added to the celebrity presence at the annual festivities, which are attended by several prominent personalities from the entertainment and business worlds.
Shah Rukh Khan has previously spoken about respecting different faiths at home
Shah Rukh Khan has spoken publicly on several occasions about the family’s approach to religion.
In an earlier interview with NDTV, the actor explained that he and Gauri wanted their children to understand the values associated with different faiths.
He described a household where Hindu and Muslim traditions are both acknowledged, mentioning the presence of religious symbols associated with both traditions.
Shah Rukh also spoke about how prayers and religious practices could coexist within the family, emphasizing the importance of children understanding the value of God irrespective of religious tradition.
His earlier comments have frequently been discussed in the context of the couple’s interfaith marriage and their approach to raising their three children.
Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan’s marriage
Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan married on October 25, 1991, following a relationship that began several years earlier.
Their wedding was conducted according to Hindu rituals. The couple have three children: Aryan Khan, Suhana Khan and AbRam Khan.
Gauri has also spoken about religion and family life in previous public conversations. The couple’s approach to raising their children has remained a subject of public interest over the years.
Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming film King
On the professional front, Shah Rukh Khan is currently working on King, one of the most anticipated Hindi films in his upcoming lineup.
The film is scheduled to arrive in cinemas on December 24, 2026. It is co-written and directed by Siddharth Anand.
The reported ensemble cast includes Shah Rukh Khan, Suhana Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Rani Mukerji, Jaideep Ahlawat, Arshad Warsi and Raghav Juyal.
King is being produced by Gauri Khan, Siddharth Anand and Mamta Anand under the banners of Red Chillies Entertainment and Marflix Pictures.
