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“I would want my children to grow up and do what they wish to in a field that they choose to step in. They should not have to use the shadow of their father's name. I think that is a bit of a downer for a movie star's children.” quote by Shahrukh Khan
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“I would want my children to grow up and do what they wish to in a field that they choose to step in. They should not have to use the shadow of their father's name. I think that is a bit of a downer for a movie star's children.”

Shahrukh Khan

About This Quote

Source Interview: Public statement, 2023

He wishes his children to succeed by their own merit, not relying on his fame.

In simple terms: Children should earn their own success.

Key Takeaway

Encourage independence and self‑reliance.

Themes

family legacy individualism

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career choices
  • education decisions
  • personal identity formation

Key Concepts

celebrity influence generational expectations

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can parents support autonomy without discouraging ambition?
  • What structures help children build independent identities?
A Different Perspective

Fame can create pressure and unrealistic expectations.

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