As Shah Rukh Khan marked his 60th birthday with fans, the celebrations turned into more than just a meet-and-greet. The actor took time to engage with his admirers, answering questions about his past films, upcoming projects, and the much-discussed 2011 sci-fi film Ra.One.
During the interaction, Khan expressed that Ra.One holds a special place in his heart. Reflecting on its creation and vision, he shared that the film was a unique and ambitious project for its time, one that he had hoped would pave the way for a new trend in Indian cinema. Praising director Anubhav Sinha’s dedication, Khan said that he felt a sense of responsibility, given his privileged position in the industry, to create films that could inspire others to take creative risks and explore new ideas — something he believes is vital for the growth of Indian filmmaking.
Directed by Anubhav Sinha, Ra.One starred Shah Rukh Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Arjun Rampal in pivotal roles. The film, which explored the world of gaming and artificial intelligence, was one of Bollywood’s early large-scale experiments with visual effects.
Khan acknowledged that Ra.One may not have fully achieved the impact he had envisioned, though it still resonated with audiences. He shared that he had hoped the film would spark excitement as a groundbreaking superhero story and set new benchmarks for visual effects in Indian cinema. While the larger industry transformation he anticipated didn’t entirely happen, Khan noted that the movie performed well and was appreciated by viewers at the time.
The actor further reflected that Ra.One’s futuristic theme might have been slightly ahead of its time. He noted that when the film was released, technology such as gaming consoles, video games, and tablets wasn’t as widespread or relatable to audiences as it is today. With the rapid growth of digital awareness and smartphone culture, Khan believes the film’s concept would likely find much greater acceptance if it were released in the present day.
When asked about the chances of a sequel, Shah Rukh expressed his willingness to return to the story — but only under the direction of Anubhav Sinha. He emphasized that since Anubhav was the creative force behind the original, only he could do justice to it once again. Khan added that they had both put immense effort into making Ra.One, and if the timing and circumstances align in the future, he would be happy to revisit it — especially now, with technology making such projects far more feasible.
While there’s no confirmation yet of Ra.One 2.0, Khan’s remarks have reignited excitement among fans who have long hoped to see the actor return as the iconic superhero G.One — this time in an era far more attuned to the digital world the film once imagined.
