Shah Rukh Khan Receives Global Style Icon Award in Dubai
Bollywood superstar receives top fashion honour at Armani Hotel Dubai during Dubai Mall Festival of Fashion
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has been honoured with the Global Style Icon Award at the inaugural Dubai Mall Global Fashion Awards, held at the Armani Hotel Dubai, marking the grand finale of the two-day Dubai Mall Festival of Fashion.
The high-profile event brought together leading figures from the fashion, entertainment, and business worlds to celebrate excellence in global style, culture, and creative influence.
Award presented by Mohamed Alabbar
Khan received the prestigious honour from Mohamed Alabbar, founder of Emaar Properties, in a moment that drew loud applause from the audience. The two shared a warm embrace on stage, highlighting their long-standing professional relationship.
Alabbar praised Shah Rukh Khan’s international appeal, describing the Bollywood icon as a major source of inspiration behind the event and crediting him with shaping global fashion influence beyond cinema.
Shah Rukh Khan’s humble acceptance speech
Despite his reputation as a global style trendsetter, the 59-year-old actor kept the tone light and humorous while accepting the award.
“I don’t know much about fashion. I usually just wear blue jeans and a white shirt,” Shah Rukh said, sparking laughter across the venue.
He also joked that personal friendships may have played a role in the honour, adding that Alabbar may have “pulled a few strings.”
Manish Malhotra wins Couture Designer of the Year
The evening also celebrated Indian fashion designer Manish Malhotra, who won the Couture Designer of the Year award. Malhotra styled Shah Rukh Khan for the ceremony in a sharply tailored suit, adding to the star’s polished red-carpet appearance.
Khan acknowledged their decades-long collaboration, noting that Malhotra’s designs have featured prominently in his films and public appearances over the years.
Shah Rukh Khan’s Dubai fashion appearance
Ahead of the awards ceremony, Shah Rukh Khan attended a private winners’ dinner in Dubai, where he showcased his signature understated style. He was seen wearing a black t-shirt layered with a blazer, paired with fitted cargo denim, sneakers, and a casual beanie.
The appearance further reinforced his reputation as a global style icon, with fans and fashion observers praising his effortless yet impactful fashion choices.
Dubai strengthens position as global fashion hub
The Dubai Mall Global Fashion Awards marked another milestone in Dubai’s growing influence as a global fashion and lifestyle destination. With international celebrities, designers, and business leaders in attendance, the event highlighted the emirate’s role in bridging global culture, luxury retail, and entertainment.