‘They get the final say’: Suhana Khan reveals how Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan influence her career choices

As Suhana Khan progresses through her journey in entertainment and cinema she remains excited by a multitude of new opportunities she will have available over time. However, she states there are still some important opinions that will play a deciding role in her career path. The young actress states that while she thrives on creativity and listening to her instincts, the biggest influences on her life decisions and career choices will always be her parents, Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan.

Suhana opens up about her decision-making process

In a recent interview with Harper’s Bazaar India, Suhana spoke candidly about her personal growth and professional outlook. She revealed that growing confidence over the years has encouraged her to take creative risks and step out of her comfort zone. When it comes to choices, she relies largely on instinct, supported by logic, and admits that overthinking is often part of the process. That is when she turns to her parents. “I have to ask my parents. They get the final say,” Suhana said, underlining the importance of their guidance in her life.


Suhana has also expressed that during some uncertain times that arise in life, she has sought good advice from both of her parents. Her father provides her with clarity by giving her reflective and poetic types of advice that help offer her alternative thought processes or views of situations. On the other hand, her mother offers direct and to-the-point-type of advice that helps her see through the confusion she may be facing. Suhana believes the two different types of input from her parents keep her grounded. When she feels overwhelmed, she prefers to concentrate on one step, one moment and one day at a time.

Suhana Khan’s Bollywood journey so far

Suhana made her acting debut with ‘The Archies’ in 2023, a teen musical directed by Zoya Akhtar. The film featured Agastya Nanda, Khushi Kapoor, Vedang Raina, Mihir Ahuja, Aditi ‘Dot’ Saigal and Yuvraj Menda in key roles. Adapted from the iconic Archie Comics, the film was set in the fictional hill town of Riverdale in 1964 and revolved around an Anglo Indian community. The project received mixed reviews upon release.

Up next, Suhana is set to make her theatrical debut with ‘King’, where she will be seen alongside her father Shah Rukh Khan. The film is directed by Siddharth Anand, and Suhana is reportedly undergoing action training for the project under her father’s guidance. Slated for release in 2026, ‘King’ also stars Deepika Padukone, Jackie Shroff, Anil Kapoor, Arshad Warsi, Rani Mukerji, Abhishek Bachchan, Jaideep Ahlawat and Abhay Verma among others.