Squid Game meets Bollywood: Lee Jung-jae shares selfie with Shah Rukh Khan at Joy Forum 2025
Shah Rukh Khan celebrated his three-decade career at Joy Forum 2025 in Riyadh, where he met South Korean star Lee Jung-jae. Their joyous selfie went viral, showcasing international camaraderie and highlighting Saudi Arabia’s growing cultural influence. Lee Jung-jae shares selfie with Shah Rukh Khan at Joy Forum 2025 In a moment that thrilled fans worldwide, South Korean actor Lee Jung-jae, best known for his breakout role in Squid Game, shared a joyous selfie with Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan at Joy Forum 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. shared. Lee Jung-jae Meets Shah Rukh Khan Calling it an ‘honour’ to meet the Indian icon, Lee’s post instantly went viral, delighting audiences across Asia and beyond. Captioning the post, he wrote: “Honored to be with a respected icon Mr. @iamsrk (sic).” The photo captured both stars smiling broadly, a rare glimpse of camaraderie between two of cinema’s most celebrated figures. Fans react to the selfie Fans took to social media to celebrate the intersection of international talent and praised the friendly exchange between the K-drama sensation and the King of Bollywood. A fan wrote: “JJ and Shah Rukh Khan oh my God 🫶😭 and yayyy selfie finally again (sic).” Another person wrote: “Frontman is the saddest person in the world rn (sic).” A third user commented: “The collaboration of the century (sic).” What is the Joy Forum 2025? Joy Forum 2025 brought together global entertainment heavyweights, including actors Lee Byung-hun, Bollywood legends Aamir Khan, and sports icon Shaquille O’Neal, under the patronage of the Saudi General Entertainment Authority. The forum highlighted discussions on the future of entertainment, creative collaboration and technological innovation, indicating Saudi Arabia’s growing influence as a global cultural hub. Shah Rukh Khan thanked co-actor Aamir and Salman at the event. Reflecting on the occasion, Shah Rukh Khan expressed admiration for his fellow Bollywood stars Salman Khan and Aamir Khan, praising their perseverance and inspiring journeys. Speaking about his own three-decade career, Shah Rukh reaffirmed his commitment to entertaining and inspiring audiences worldwide, and cementing the lasting legacy that has made him a global icon.