Shah Rukh Khan finds it tough to make friends

He may be one of Bollywood's most popular stars but for actor Shah Rukh Khan, fame hasn't really guaranteed him hundreds of friends.

"My wife says I don't have time for friends and that is true. It is difficult to make friends. I hardly have any," Khan told reporters at his Mumbai residence.

The actor, who turned 44 on Monday, said he only makes friends while filming a particular movie but then "moves on".

"We are all so busy working, you have friendships when you are working together and creating a product like a film together," he said.

"Then, you move on to the next product and you make new friends there."

But that doesn't mean Khan has no friends at all.

"I have a good relationship with those that I work with, maybe that is why they work with me," he said.

The actor, who has wrapped up shooting for director Karan Johar's "My Name is Khan" said 2009 had been a tough year for him after a shoulder injury kept him out of action for two months.

"I haven't earned much this year but I hope to catch up," he said.

Shah Rukh khan's Birthday bash - Pics

Shah Rukh Khan Promises More Action For 2010

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who turned 44 Monday, spent some "quiet time with family and friends" on his birthday, putting behind a year of ups and downs and looking forward to a strong comeback.

This year had just one of his movie hitting the silver screen, but he said that he has more in his kitty for his fans for the next two years.

"I am a workaholic, but in the last year I couldn't do much due to my shoulder problem. My team Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) didn't do too well and I shot for just one film 'My Name Is Khan'. My injury also pulled me down in terms of my endorsements, but I had time to introspect and spend a quieter time at home with my children," said Shah Rukh during a media event.

"I feel more energetic and happy now and totally ready for a comeback with many projects in the next two years after this one-year break," he added.

He had a "quiet time with his family and friends" on his birthday.

Shah Rukh was in the capital Sunday to kick off the Airtel Delhi Half Marathon and cheer and egg on the runners. Shah Rukh, who is coping from his shoulder surgery he underwent earlier this year, did not run for the marathon, but was a ‘cheerleader’. His mere presence was a source of inspiration for them.

He said: "Though I could not run this time because of my shoulder and knee injury, I'll try to be fit and run next year. Running is a spiritual experience." 2009 was bad for him in terms of IPL, as his KKR failed to showcase a good performance.

He also suffered mental abuse after being detained at Newark Airport in the US in August.

Otherwise, 2009 gave the actor many reasons to cheer as he became Dr Shah Rukh Khan when he was presented an honorary doctorate in arts and culture by the Bedfordshire University in London.

He was also bestowed with two honours by the South Korean government - an honorary belt in taekwondo and the title of an honorary ambassador for culture and tourism.

Shah Rukh even purchased a 20 million pound apartment in London.

Shah Rukh is eagerly waiting for the release of ‘My Name Is Khan’, ‘Happy New Year’ and ‘Don 2’.

Shah Rukh Khan's Birthday Bash - Video

On his 44th birthday, Shah Rukh Khan says that he feels 25.

'My Name Is Khan' confirmed for 12th February

It's official! Fox STAR Studios, 20th Century Fox International and Fox Searchlight Pictures have announced that MY NAME IS KHAN, the highly anticipated film from director Karan Johar and starring Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol, will open in theaters in India and over 40 countries including the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand and the Middle East on Valentine's Day weekend [February 12, 2010]. Other remaining territories will release in early spring/summer 2010.

In MY NAME IS KHAN, Shah Rukh Khan stars as Rizvan Khan, an unconventional hero who embarks on an incredible journey across America in order to win back the love of his life. Along the way his unique brand of goodness and humanity touches the lives of many and inspires a nation.

SRK: I feel like a 25-year-old - Video

Shah Rukh Khan who made his acting debut in a TV serial, has come to be known as Bollywood's King Khan. As Khan celebrates his 44th birthday today, we take a look at his life through 44 pictures.

If I look good, people say I've had plastic surgery: SRK

Shah Rukh Khan might have turned 44, but the actor says that he still feels like a 25-year-old.

Speaking at a press conference in Mumbai on his birthday SRK said, "I accept the age that I am in, but I actually feel like I am 25 or 26, except for a few physical injuries that I have had."

Sharing his secret about his good looks Shah Rukh said, "The funny part is that when I look nice, people think that I must have done a plastic surgery, and when I look bad they say I am over and done with. The secret is that on days when I sleep well, I look good and the days when I don't, I look old."

When asked about the year gone by SRK said, "Fortunately or unfortunately, I count my years by the work that I do. Last year has been bad on the physical work front, I haven't done too much work either. Whatever little work that I have done has not done as well as I wanted it to be. Kolkata Knight Riders hasn't reached the heights that I had wished it would. The injury has put me down in terms of my advertising, endorsements, meetings etc. But on the other hand, what has been wonderful this year is that I have had time to introspect, I have become quieter. I have been able to spent a lot of time with my children. Somehow, all this has made me feel more energetic and happy."

Sounding positive about the future SRK said, "Because of this one year break, you all will have to deal with a lot more energy, lot more work and lot more happiness for the next two years."

Shah Rukh Khan Birthday, Fan Gifts him Land on Moon

On Indian Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khans birthday, an Australian Fan of his, every year buys a piece of moon for him !

Shahrukh confirms, “Yes, an Australian lady buys a little land on the moon for me every year on my birthday. She has been buying it for a while now and I get these certificates from the Lunar Republic Society.”

SRK says he has met his fan and she will be in touch with him thru emails “She writes me colourful emails (in the sense one line is red, one is blue and so on). I feel blessed to have the love of so many people worldwide.”

According to online lunar real estate agency, http://lunarregistry.com, the Sea of Tranquility is the most sought after address on the moon.

One can purchase maximum land of 40 acres per transaction.

The proceeds from the purchase of the plot on the moon will go towards the Lunar Republic Society’s program for privatised human based exploration, settlement and development of the Moon.

1 acre, approx 43,560 sq ft costs US $37.50 and the actor reportedly owns several acres there.

An ownership package on the moon includes a beautifully engraved parchment deed, a satellite photograph of the property and an information sheet detailing the geography of your region.

Wishing Shahrukh Khan a very happy Birthday

He is the undisputed badshah of Bollywood, he is Shah Rukh Khan. Not only does this superstar have a massive fan base but he also has an equal number of brands under his belt. SRK, as he is fondly known, is the face for them.

SRK's first claim to fame was the small screen series titled Fauji. It was here that he was noticed for his brilliant performances and it wasn't long after that he was offered a film. However, it was no cake walk for Shah Rukh, as he too faced obstacles back then, be it for being an unconventional hero or for his scruffy hair. SRK however, started delivering hits from the very beginning with Deewana, Raju Ban Gaya Gentleman, Darr and so on. He then became the eternal loverboy of Bollywood with Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge. And after that, there was no looking back for this superstar.

Today being the birthday of this icon of Indian Cinema, We wishes Shah Rukh a very happy birthday. You too can send your birthday wishes to SRK by simply posting them in the space below.

An Exclusive message to all from Shah Rukh Khan

"i don't feel the age... because i want work harder to make u all smile as many times as u have made me and my family. Thanks

Shahrukh Tweets to Karan