Shah Rukh Khan’s indefatigable 60-year old fan yearns to meet the King Khan of Bollywood
Shah Rukh Khan’s indefatigable 60-year old fan yearns to meet the King Khan of Bollywood
It is said that in the face of catastrophe, love for cinema and unflagging admiration can transcend the darkest of moments. Such is the story of Shivani Chakraborty, an indefatigable 60-year-old hailing from Khardah, North 24 Parganas, who has valiantly battled terminal cancer for years.
Notwithstanding her ongoing medical struggles, one flame that continues to burn bright within her is her ardent affection for none other than the Bollywood’s King Khan-Shah Rukh Khan. She had even attended screenings of Pathaan amid her cancer treatment
All through her lifetime, Shivani has been an unwavering devotee of Shah Rukh Khan, having religiously watched every cinematic masterpiece he has graced.
Even amidst her treatment, Chakraborty remained resolute, eagerly attending screenings of SRK and Deepika Padukone’s recent collaboration, ‘Pathaan’.
Adorning the walls of her bedroom are nostalgic snapshots from the superstar’s 2000s films, reminiscent of an era that holds a special place in her heart.
A curious turn of events occurred when Khan ventured into the world of cricket, launching the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL), captivating Shivani’s affection for the sport as well.
In a heartfelt interview with a channel Chakraborty confided that she is acutely conscious that life time on this mortal coil is limited, as doctors have regrettably informed her . Within her lies one final desire, a fervent plea if you will, to meet Shahrukh Khan before her journey reaches its conclusion. She yearns to witness his charismatic petsonal presence.
True to her Bengali roots, Shivani hopes to pamper the beloved icon with a soulful, homely Bengali feast straight from her own kitchen. Adorned in her saree, she tenderly wipes clean a framed photograph of Shah Rukh Khan, contemplating the modest meal she intends to prepare. She shall prepare a humble offering, a reflection of her daily sustenance at home. Given his adoration for Bengal, she believes he might relish the simplicity and authenticity of her cuisine,” Shivani shared, her words brimming with warmth and anticipation.
According to her father Chakraborty, Shivani’s most profound wish is nothing more than his divine blessings upon his daughter. She longs to witness his presence firsthand, to unravel the secret behind his grounded demeanor regardless of his stratospheric stardom.
Conscious of her mother’s fervent wish, Shivani’s daughter, Priya, has rallied support through heartfelt videos on social media. Determined to fulfill her mother’s deepest yearning while tenderly tending to her during these trying times, Priya confided, “her mother’s vision wanes gradually due to her terminal affliction. It is Priya’s fervent hope that her final wish shall be granted,” her voice quivering with both hope and sorrow.
Shivani has endured a grueling series of ten chemotherapy sessions, with the added burden of a spinal cord ailment, causing her to bear a deformed back and impaired mobility.
Her invulnerable spirit and
indefatigable reverence bring to mind the poignant tale of Aruna PK, another devoted fan of Shah Rukh Khan, who tragically succumbed to cancer in 2017.
SRK had been a illuminant
of strength for her amid those arduous times, not only recording a heartfelt video message but also gracing her hospital room with a phone call, bringing solace and a fleeting smile to her.
News input KV Raman
