This Shah Rukh Khan Film Is Michael Douglas' "Favourite"
Hollywood star Michael Douglas has named his favourite Indian movie. It stars none other than Shah Rukh Khan!
The 54th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) came to an end on Tuesday in Goa. The closing ceremony of the event was a star-studded affair and it was attended by Hollywood star Michael Douglas. The American actor was honoured with the Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award and he was presented with the accolade by Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant. As soon as Michael Douglas came to the stage to receive his award, actor Ayushmann Khurrana inquired about his exposure to Indian films.
Michael Douglas then shared that Shah Rukh Khan's 'Om Shanti Om', which released in 2007, is a recurring "favourite" in his household, reported Pinkvilla.
The American actor also shared that 'The Lunchbox', starring late Irrfan Khan and Nawazuddin Siddiqui, holds a special place in his heart.
At IFFI 2023, Michael Douglas was also spotted shaking a leg to Oscar-winning song 'Naatu Naatu' from SS Rajamouli's 'RRR' starring Ram Charan, Jr NTR, Alia Bhatt and Ajay Devgn.
In the viral clip, Michael Douglas can be seen clapping and showcasing his own moves after trying to follow others on stage.
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Hollywood star Michael Douglas dancing on Oscar-winning #NaatuNaatu song at #IFFI2023#michaeldouglas #RRR pic.twitter.com/6SmRQHHhgo
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For the event, Michael Douglas was seen wearing a white shirt, blue blazer and grey pants.
"I am honoured to receive Satyajit Ray's Excellence in Film Lifetime Award International Indian Film Festival in Goa," Michael Douglas told news agency ANI.
"It is always a pleasure visiting India but this is my first time in the south. Cinema brings the world together and you have a big history of cinema in India," he added.
