Mumbai, Nov. 2 -- Director Atlee marked Shah Rukh Khan's birthday by looking back on their association during the making of "Jawan", describing the superstar as a mentor and a guiding force in his journey.

On the special occasion, Atlee shared a black-and-white photo of himself with Khan on his Instagram story and expressed his gratitude.

It's worth noting that Khan and Atlee's collaboration, "Jawaan," achieved tremendous box office success in 2023. The film grossed over Rs 1,100 crore worldwide. Shah Rukh Khan starred in a double role, while Nayanthara, Deepika Padukone, and Vijay Sethupathi also played pivotal roles.

The film marked Atlee's directorial debut in Hindi and was one of the biggest blockbusters of the year.

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