Bollywood filmmaker Siddharth Anand recently became the center of social-media chatter following his birthday wishes for Shah Rukh Khan. Known for his high-octane films and knack for delivering memorable moments on-screen Anand has now drawn attention off-screen with a subtle but pointed social media post. The timing was interesting it came just days after the teaser of Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s film Spirit starring Prabhas who was labeled the actor as “India’s Biggest Superstar.” The post of Siddharth Anand On November 2 2025 Anand shared a photo with Shah Rukh on his social media accounts captioning it “When stars go beyond being ‘just a superstar’ they are called Happy Birthday INDIA’s KING” The phrasing especially the line about going beyond being “just a superstar” and calling Shah Rukh “India’s KING” immediately caught the attention of fans and the media. Many interpreted it as a subtle response to the Prabhas teaser which had sparked heated debates among fans. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Siddharth Anand (@s1danand) While Anand did not directly mention Vanga or Prabhas the timing wording and context of the post made the connection obvious to many online observers. Social media quickly buzzed with reactions with some praising the clever wording and others noting it as a sly jab in Bollywood’s ongoing conversation about superstar titles. Sandeep Reddy Vangas remark for Prabhas Earlier on October 25 Sandeep Reddy Vanga released the Spirit teaser which called Prabhas “India’s Biggest Superstar.” This claim did not sit well with Shah Rukh’s fan base who flooded social media with remarks defending their favorite actor’s legacy. Anand’s caption appeared in this backdrop adding fuel to the online debate. Fans noted the contrast between a self-proclaimed title in the teaser and Anand’s phrasing which seemed to celebrate earned respect and long-standing achievements. About King Anand is also gearing up for Shah Rukh’s upcoming film King which was recently teased in a first-look poster. The film marks another collaboration between the director and the superstar creating anticipation among fans. Many see Anand’s birthday post as a mix of genuine admiration for Shah Rukh and a subtle commentary on industry titles and labels. Story Highlights Siddharth Anand wished Shah Rukh Khan “India’s KING” with a caption highlighting how stars go beyond being “just a superstar.” The post came after Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s teaser for Prabhas’s Spirit calling him “India’s Biggest Superstar.” Anand did not mention Vanga or Prabhas but the timing and phrasing suggested a subtle dig. The post sparked debate among fans and shows how social media influences Bollywood conversations about titles. Siddharth Anand’s birthday wish for Shah Rukh Khan was more than just a celebration; it highlighted the ongoing dialogue about superstar titles in Bollywood.