Siddharth Anand’s ‘Just a Superstar’ Birthday Wish Sparks Prabhas Drama on Reddit

What Siddharth Anand said

On that Sunday afternoon, Siddharth, who has directed Shah Rukh in “Pathaan,” took to Twitter (now X) with a picture of Shah Rukh. He wrote, “When stars go beyond being ‘just a superstar’ they are called (crown emoji) Happy Birthday INDIA’s KING.”

Many Reddit users picked up on Siddharth’s choice of words, especially the phrase “just a superstar.” This seemed to reference how Vanga had recently dubbed Prabhas as “India’s biggest superstar” in a teaser for his upcoming film “Spirit.” This label didn’t sit well with many Shah Rukh fans, who voiced their opinions on social media.

The internet reacts

On Reddit, many interpreted Siddharth’s birthday wish as a veiled diss aimed at Prabhas and Vanga, highlighting that Shah Rukh is more than just a superstar. One Redditor commented, “Sid Anand casually trolling Prabhas and Vanga.” However, others suggested that if this was intentional, it played right into Vanga’s hands, who might have been seeking to create controversy for his film. Another user remarked, “Looks like Vanga rage baited whole Bollywood.”

Counterarguments emerged, with some expressing frustration at how actors and filmmakers engage in quarrels over such trivial matters. One user quipped, “It’s just a name tag. Fighting over names of wealthy actors is nonsensical.” Another pointed out Siddharth’s quote from “Game of Thrones”: “Any man who must say I am a king is no true king.”

Support for Prabhas was also visible, with Redditors praising his box office appeal. “Hate him or love him, the opening day numbers of a Prabhas film are what many superstars dream of. His impact is undeniable,” one user argued.

About Spirit and King

“Spirit” marks the first collaboration between Prabhas and Sandeep Reddy Vanga, featuring Triptii Dimri and Vivek Oberoi. The film is set for release in 2026 and promises to be a significant project, with Korean actor Don Lee also reportedly involved.

On the other hand, Shah Rukh will next star in Siddharth Anand’s “King.” The film’s first look was revealed on his birthday, and it is also scheduled for a 2026 release, marking a new collaboration with his daughter, Suhana Khan.