Bollywood’s biggest night witnessed an electrifying and unexpected collaboration as superstar Shah Rukh Khan joined National Award-winner Rajkummar Rao and host Maniesh Paul to perform the viral “Aayi Nai” hookstep from the hit film, Stree 2. The impromptu performance at the 70th Hyundai Filmfare Awards in Ahmedabad instantly took social media by storm, leaving fans “gushing over their energy.”
A video clip shared widely on platform X captured the moment, showing the trio executing the signature steps of the popular dance number. Shah Rukh Khan, who was also the host for the glamorous event, showcased his characteristic flair and energy, effortlessly matching steps with the Stree 2 lead actor, Rajkummar Rao. The dynamic performance was cited by many attendees and fans online as one of the major highlights of the star-studded evening.
The appearance follows a busy year for both actors. Rajkummar Rao, fresh off his Critics’ Award win for Srikanth at the same ceremony, was last seen in the intense political drama Maalik, released in July. Meanwhile, Shah Rukh Khan is currently engrossed in the filming of his much-anticipated action movie, King, directed by Siddharth Anand, which marks his first on-screen project with his daughter, Suhana Khan, and is slated for a 2026 release.
The viral dance moment not only celebrated the success of the horror-comedy genre, in which Rajkummar Rao has proven his mettle, but also reinforced King Khan’s evergreen status as an entertainer who can master any dance trend.
In other news, industry rumours suggest Rajkummar Rao is being considered to star in the Hindi remake of the recent Telugu horror comedy Bakasura Restaurant. While there is no official confirmation, a quirky supernatural role would be right up the alley for the actor known for his work in the successful Stree franchise.
The star-studded Filmfare ceremony in Ahmedabad featured a host of other memorable moments, including Shah Rukh Khan’s nostalgic recreation of iconic scenes and songs from Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Kuch Kuch Hota Hai with co-star Kajol.