Watch: Dubai’s Burj Khalifa celebrates Shah Rukh Khan’s birthday

Shah Rukh Khan celebrated his 55th birthday this week. Instagram
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Updated 03 November 2020
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Watch: Dubai’s Burj Khalifa celebrates Shah Rukh Khan’s birthday

DUBAI: Shah Rukh Khan turned 55 on Nov. 2 and the Bollywood star’s social media was flooded with well-wishes from friends and fans.

However, one of the most touching came from the world’s tallest building. In celebration of the actor’s birthday on Monday night, the Burj Khalifa lit up with a special tribute to the star. The spectacular projection included a message that read “Happy birthday Shah Rukh Khan” followed by a couple of clips of the actor and the text “King of Bollywood.”

The iconic landmark did something similar last year, however, this time around, Khan was actually in Dubai to witness the projection in real life and even posted a picture of himself posing in front of the landmark.

“It’s nice to see myself on the biggest and tallest screen in the world,” wrote the actor, thanking Mohamed Alabbar, founder and chairman of Emaar Properties, and the Burj Khalifa. “Being my own guest in Dubai... my kids mighty impressed and me is loving it! (sic)” he added in the caption.

His legion of fans were mighty impressed too. “The King is getting treatment like a King! We love you King. Stay blessed and Safe! (sic)” wrote one user in the actor’s comment section.

Another quipped: “Now that’s stardom!”


Amira Al-Zuhair stars in Dolce & Gabbana campaign

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Amira Al-Zuhair stars in Dolce & Gabbana campaign

DUBAI: Saudi-French model Amira Al-Zuhair stars in a new campaign for Italian luxury label Dolce & Gabbana.

The Ramadan campaign sees the rising model show off a silver, floor-length gown against a backdrop of desert dunes.

It is not the only seasonal campaign the model has starred in as of late — in early February, she took to Instagram to share shots from a Ramadan photoshoot for Italian brand Loro Piana.

Al-Zuhair has begun the year with a series of high-profile appearances. In addition to the Loro Piana campaign, she walked the runway at Jacquemus’ Fall/Winter 2026 “Le Palmier” show in Paris last month.

The event, staged at the Musee National Picasso, brought Simon Porte Jacquemus’ latest co-ed collection to life with playful yet sculptural silhouettes, blending mid-century couture references and 1990s sensibilities.

“Merci infiniment Simon. It was an honor to be part of this iconic show with such an amazing team, congratulations! Thank you for having me,” posted Al-Zuhair.

The model closed a segment of the show in an ensemble that captured the collection’s nod to both elegant simplicity and bold form.

She wore a black midi skirt with a structured blazer top with cutout detail at the back, cinched at the waist with a wide belt. The look was completed with a wide-brimmed hat that added a touch of drama.

The Jacquemus presentation, which also acted as the finale of Paris Men’s Fashion Week, wove together confetti-like motifs, geometric forms and a celebration of joie de vivre, encapsulating Jacquemus’ irreverent yet refined vision ahead of the upcoming couture season.

Al-Zuhair, born in Paris to a French mother and Saudi father, has appeared on the runway for renowned fashion houses.

She has walked for Missoni, Maison Alaia, Brunello Cucinelli, Balmain, Dolce & Gabbana, Giambattista Valli, Giorgio Armani, Elie Saab and more.

In addition to her runway appearances, Al-Zuhair has featured in campaigns for brands including Prada, Chanel and Carolina Herrera.