Ahead of Shah Rukh Khan's 60th Birthday, John Cena Thanks SRK For 'Kindness' & 'Inspiration'

During the recent “Ask SRK” session on X (Twitter), a social media user asked Shah Rukh Khan about his opinion on Hollywood actor and WWE superstar John Cena.

Responding to the fan query, Shah Rukh Khan praised John Cena calling him a “rockstar”. He wrote, “He is a rock star. Very humble and kind.”

© Instagram/Shah Rukh Khan

John Cena Calls Shah Rukh Khan His ‘Inspiration’

The high praise by Shah Rukh Khan caught John Cena’s attention who responded by further praising SRK for being his “inspiration”.

John wrote back, “Will never forget your kindness and our conversation. Thank you for the constant inspiration to me personally and your fans around the world! @iamsrk”.

Check out the post below:

Will never forget your kindness and our conversation. Thank you for the constant inspiration to me personally and your fans around the world! @iamsrk https://t.co/vfsYvWwoKs

— John Cena (@JohnCena) October 31, 2025

Responding to their exchange on social media, one user wrote, “It’s really heart warming to see celebrities being real on social media. Especially on a platform like X known for its vile content. Kudos are in order.”

Another user commented, “Two icons from two worlds, both defined by humility. Seeing John Cena and Shah Rukh Khan exchange words of respect feels rare in today’s noisy world. It’s not about fame here, it’s about character, discipline, and grace. Moments like these remind us why legends stay timeless.”

A third user reacted, “If Hollywood and Bollywood had a friendship anthem, this tweet would be it. John Cena × Shah Rukh Khan,discipline meets dream, strength meets soul. Two worlds, one language: respect.”

Check out the responses below:

John Cena talking about his experience of meeting SRK pic.twitter.com/PWnVLFiLJ1

— Mogumogu (@mogutweet) October 31, 2025

It’s really heart warming to see celebrities being real on social media. Especially on a platform like X known for its vile content.

Kudos are in order.

— Aamir Khan (@aamirkhan78) October 31, 2025

If Hollywood and Bollywood had a friendship anthem, this tweet would be it. John Cena × Shah Rukh Khan,discipline meets dream, strength meets soul. Two worlds, one language: respect.

— Kisalay (@kisalay_Cool95) October 31, 2025

Two legends, one moment of pure respect. This is what global icons look like when humility meets greatness. 🙌❤️

— Manni (@ThadhaniManish_) October 31, 2025

Two legends trading compliments? That's the ultimate crossover event – Bollywood meets WWE, with kindness as the main event! Inspiring stuff, @JohnCena and @iamsrk. 🙌😂

— Ararso Abdulatif (@ararsoabdull) October 31, 2025

When will we ever get these 2 goats to make a movie together pic.twitter.com/RSyzIeKlYP

— LeXXXi (@LexiOrtizz) October 31, 2025

John Cena’s Previous Post About Shah Rukh Khan

John Cena has time and again talked about Shah Rukh Khan’s positive impact on his life and last year when he was in India for the Ambani wedding, he had shared a pic with King Khan and had written, “A surreal 24 hours. So grateful for the Ambani family for their unmatched warmth and hospitality. An experience filled with so many unforgettable moments which allowed me to connect with countless new friends, including meeting @iamsrk and being able to tell him personally the positive effect he has had on my life.”

Check out his earlier post below:

A surreal 24 hours. So grateful for the Ambani family for their unmatched warmth and hospitality.

An experience filled with so many unforgettable moments which allowed me to connect with countless new friends, including meeting @iamsrk and being able to tell him personally the… pic.twitter.com/MNRb29cFuV

— John Cena (@JohnCena) July 13, 2024

On the work front, Shah Rukh Khan will next be seen in Siddharth Anand’s King. The official announcement of the movie will be made on November 2, 2025.

As for John Cena, he recently garnered a lot of acclaim for his turn as superhero Peacemaker in James Gunn’s TV show of the same name. Peacemaker season 2 now streaming on JioHotstar is a part of DCU.