In a truly rare and historic moment for global entertainment, Bollywood’s three towering superstars—Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Aamir Khan—shared the stage at the prestigious Joy Forum 2025 in Riyadh. The trio engaged in a candid discussion about their decades-long careers, showcased their incredible mutual camaraderie, and delighted the audience with their signature playful antics.
The highlight of the evening, which instantly went viral, was a spontaneous musical performance where Aamir Khan took the lead, with Shah Rukh and Salman as his enthusiastic “background dancers.”
Aamir Sings, SRK and Salman Dance
The legendary exchange began as the actors were sharing memories on stage. Shah Rukh Khan suggested a little fun, telling Salman, “Salman and I, we will just stand behind and we will do a little dance.” Aamir Khan, in turn, asked what song he should sing, to which SRK wittily replied, “Whichever song you want.” Salman then chimed in with a classic show of brotherhood: “Whichever song you want to sing, Aamir. We are your background dancers.“
Aamir then performed a rendition of the classic 1968 song, ‘Oh Re Taal Mile Nadi Ke Jal Mein,’ from the film Anokhi Raat. As Aamir sang, SRK and Salman stood behind him, raising their hands, smiling, and performing a small, celebratory dance that sent the crowd into a frenzy.
The moment, however, saw a slight hitch that sparked internet debate. As Aamir continued his song, Shah Rukh interrupted to shower him with praise, saying, “Big round of applause for ladies and gentlemen. His first public performance was his learning classical singing. And in Saudi Arabia.” Social media quickly reacted, with some fans feeling Aamir “looked shocked” and wanted to sing for a bit longer before the interruption.
“Salman’s Family is My Family”: SRK on Being an ‘Outsider’
The event also featured a heartfelt exchange about their journeys in the film industry. Salman Khan initiated the topic by acknowledging Shah Rukh’s unique path. “Aamir Khan comes from a film background, and so do I. But this man, Shah Rukh Khan, doesn’t,” Salman stated, highlighting SRK’s struggle as an outsider.
In a move that beautifully underlined the deep bond between the three, Shah Rukh interrupted, responding, “Sorry for interrupting, I also come from a film background, Salman Khan’s family is my family.”
Aamir Khan immediately supported the sentiment, adding, “Now you know why Shah Rukh Khan is a star.” The exchange was met with thunderous applause, celebrating their decades of friendship and mutual respect.
The three Khans, who have collectively dominated Hindi cinema for over three decades, were last seen in cameo roles in Aryan Khan’s directorial debut web series, The Ba*rds of Bollywood, though they did not share a scene. Their unforgettable joint appearance at the Joy Forum 2025 in Riyadh has left fans hoping that an on-screen reunion is just a great script away.