Prior to becoming the King of Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan began his acting career on Indian television. He rose to prominence after appearing in TV shows like as Fauji, Circus, and Dil Dariya. His appearances on these shows made him a known figure to audiences in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Shah Rukh Khan made his Bollywood debut with the 1992 film Deewana, co-starring Rishi Kapoor and Divya Bharti. The film was a huge hit, marking his official debut in Hindi cinema. Shah Rukh Khan's career skyrocketed after that, and he went on to become one of Indian cinema's biggest stars.
However, many people are unaware that Shah Rukh Khan had already acted in a film before making his Bollywood debut.In 1989, he had a minor role in the English television film In Which Annie Gives It Those Ones.Film restored and re-released in theaters.
The film was originally created for television and aired only once on Doordarshan. As a result, it remained relatively unknown for many years.
Now, the Film Heritage Foundation has restored the cult masterpiece in 4K. The repaired version recently opened at the Berlin International Film Festival and gained widespread acclaim.
The film will now be released in theatres across India on March 13, 2026, allowing spectators to see Shah Rukh Khan's rare early performance on the big screen.The film was directed by Pradip Krishen and written by the renowned author Arundhati Roy. Roy also starred in the film, playing Radha, a rebellious student.
The plot revolves around Annie, portrayed by Arjun Raina, an architectural student battling with his studies and harsh lecturers at a Delhi architecture school. The film depicts the enjoyment, friendship, and difficulties of college life in the 1970s.

Shah Rukh Khan appeared briefly in the film as an architectural student. Actor Manoj Bajpayee also made a brief appearance in the film. At the time, both actors were involved in the Delhi theatre scene.
For many fans, this re-release offers a unique opportunity to experience Shah Rukh Khan's path before he became the global superstar we know today.