Sanjay Gupta Recalls Shah Rukh Khan's Defiance Against Underworld Threats

Director Sanjay Gupta revealed on Sunday that Shah Rukh Khan once famously told underworld figures, 'I am a Pathaan, just shoot me,' when faced with extortion threats.

The incident highlights the actor's refusal to bow down to criminal intimidation during a period when many Bollywood stars were targeted by organized crime syndicates.

Gupta shared the anecdote to illustrate Khan's courage, noting that the superstar remained steadfast in his principles despite the significant personal risk involved.