India, Nov. 2 -- Shah Rukh Khan's birthday is an annual celebration for his fans, many of whom make it a point to gather outside Mannat every November 2. This year was no different as the superstar turned 61. The actor stepped out onto the balcony of his Mumbai home to greet the sea of fans waiting for him. Dressed casually, he flashed his trademark arms-wide-open pose, drawing loud cheers from the crowd. It was a moment his fans have seen countless times before, but the excitement was just as evident as ever.

Fans began gathering outside Mannat hours before Shah Rukh Khan made his birthday appearance. Many arrived with posters, cheered for the actor and recreated his iconic arms-wide-open pose while waiting for a glimpse of him. Shah Ru...