Toronto greets the King of Bollywood
Shah Rukh Khan, aka "King Khan", is one of many Bollywood stars in town for ’Indian Oscars’
The "King of Bollywood" arrived in Toronto on Friday for the 12th Annual Indian Film Academy Awards, CTV News reports. Shah Rukh Khan—or “King Khan” as his fans call him—is only one of many Indian superstars in town for the awards. His arrival was met with reporters and screaming fans; no doubt pleased to see the actor break into dance on the hotel floor. Other Bollywood stars staying in Toronto include Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, and Sonu Sood. Networks anticipate the awards show, which airs on Saturday night, will draw in more than 600 million viewers internationally. This is the first time the IIFA will take place in North America.
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