Shah Rukh Khan honoured with Global Diversity Award
Shah Rukh Khan has been presented with the Global Diversity Award at the State Room of Britain’s House of Commons in London yesterday. Photo: Twitter- Shah Rukh is gearing up for his movie, 'Happy New Year', touted to be the biggest Diwali release.
- Before the award, he had a guided tour to areas where not many are allowed, he posted, "And breaking some rules with dignity. Thank u so much Keith."
- He also tweeted, "Tnx Mr. Speaker Rt. Hon. John Bercow & my friend Mr. Keith Vaz for a wonderful ceremony for theGlobal Diversity Award"
- SRK received the award for his work in cinema ahead of his Slam The Tour concert at The O2 Arena.
- Over the years, the actor has been honoured with several international awards, including Chevalier de la Legion d'Honneur (France's highest civilian award), Wissame Al Kafaa Al Fikria (Morocco’s highest honour), Malaysian title of 'Datuk' (akin to
- Celebrities who have recieved the award earlier are, Jackie Chan, Amitabh Bachchan, Sheikh Hassina, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Lewis Hamilton and Rev Jesse Jackson to name a few.
- The Award was presented by the British Parliament by the 136th Leader of the office of Speaker Rt on John Bercow MP. Rt Hon Keith Vaz MP, Chair of the Home Affairs committee conducted the grand ceremony.
- Shah Rukh who has a massive online presence posted, "Now at the Houses of Parliament to receive the Global Diversity Award....humbled & grateful. Thank you"
- The award is presented to an outstanding individual who has made a major contribution to worldwide diversity and is an international role model and icon.
Shah Rukh Khan has been presented with the Global Diversity Award at the State Room of Britain’s House of Commons in London yesterday. Photo: Twitter
Shah Rukh Khan honoured with Global Diversity Award
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