Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan was seen arriving back in Mumbai in the early hours of Saturday, following a family holiday in Dubai to celebrate the New Year. The actor was accompanied by his wife, interior designer Gauri Khan, and their daughter, budding actress Suhana Khan.
A Low-Key Yet Viral Airport Arrival
The family trio made their way out of the crowded Mumbai airport under tight security. Despite the presence of paparazzi, they maintained a low profile and did not stop for photographs. A particular moment that captured the hearts of fans was when Shah Rukh Khan was seen gently holding his daughter Suhana's hand, leading many on social media to affectionately call her "daddy's lil girl." This simple, protective gesture amidst the airport chaos quickly went viral online.
Their travel attire was comfortably casual. Shah Rukh sported a grey zipped sweatshirt, jeans, and a beanie cap. Suhana chose a stylish monochrome co-ord set, while Gauri kept it classic in a black dress.
Dubai Celebrations and Family Time
The Khan family had chosen Dubai as their destination to ring in 2025. Several videos and pictures of the actor enjoying the city's festivities had surfaced on social media prior to New Year's Eve. Notably, their eldest son Aryan Khan and youngest son AbRam were not part of this particular trip and were absent from the airport arrival.
On the Work Front: Father-Daughter Project 'King'
The airport sighting comes at a time when Shah Rukh Khan and Suhana Khan are deeply involved in a professional collaboration. The superstar is currently shooting for his next big cinematic venture, tentatively titled 'King,' which is being directed by Siddharth Anand.
This much-anticipated film, slated to be one of the major releases of 2026, will feature Suhana Khan in a significant role, marking a major father-daughter on-screen partnership. The cast also boasts heavyweights like Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, and Rani Mukerji.
Shah Rukh Khan's last theatrical releases were the blockbuster trio of Pathaan, Jawan, and Dunki in 2023. Since then, his screen appearances have been limited to a cameo in Tiger 3 and a special role as an exaggerated version of himself in his son Aryan Khan's streaming series, The Ba***ds of Bollywood, which he also produced.
The actor's return to Mumbai signals the resumption of work on 'King,' while the heartwarming airport moment serves as a reminder of the close-knit bond he shares with his family away from the arc lights.
