Shah Rukh Khan undeniably dominated the landscape of 2023 with ‘Pathaan,’ ‘Jawan,’ and ‘Dunki.’ From captivating the hearts of the masses to conquering the box office, the superstar has established benchmarks for success unparalleled by anyone else. While he has consistently made waves with his grand triumphs over the years, his cinematic creations, Jawan and Pathaan, have now garnered multiple nominations in Vulture’s 2023 Annual Stunt Awards.
Receiving commendation on both national and international fronts, these nominations position Shah Rukh Khan’s projects in the company of films like Keanu Reeves’ John Wick 4 and Tom Cruise’s Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning, underscoring the global resonance of his cinematic endeavors.
In the realm of accolades, SRK’s Jawan secures nominations in the categories of Best Stunt in an Action Film & Best Vehicular Stunt, respectively for (The Highway Chase).
Pathaan contends for the Best Aerial Stunt (The Jet-Pack Fight).
Both cinematic gems, Jawan and Pathaan, have also clinched nominations in the overarching Best Film category.
The nominations unfold as follows:
Best Stunt in an Action Film
- Jawan (the Highway Chase)
- The Equalizer 3 (the Stained Glass Ceiling scene)
- Extraction 2 (the Opening Oner)
- John Wick: Chapter 4 (the Stair Fight and Fall)
- Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One (the Base Jump)
Best Vehicular Stunt
- Fast X (the Rome Car Chase) Ferrari (the Mille Miglia Race)
- Jawan (the Highway Chase)
- John Wick: Chapter 4 (the Arc de Triomphe Scene)
- Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One (the Rome Car Chase)
Best Aerial Stunt
- Extraction 2 (the Helicopter Shoot-out)
- Godzilla Minus One (the Plane Circling Godzilla)
- Kandahar (the Helicopter Fight)
- Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One (the Base Jump)
- Pathaan (the Jet-Pack Fight)
Best Overall Action Film
- Ballerina
- Guy Ritchie’s The Covenant
- Extraction 2
- Fist of the Condor
- Jawan
- John Wick: Chapter 4
- Mission: Impossible — Dead – Reckoning Part One
- Pathaan
- Silent Night
- Shin Kamen Rider
This undeniably cements Shah Rukh Khan’s standing as a global luminary. With Pathaan, Jawan, and Dunki, SRK’s contributions have amassed a colossal 2600 Cr, significantly bolstering Bollywood’s financial portfolio. With his extraordinary triumphs throughout the year, SRK is unwavering in his commitment to place India prominently on the global stage.