Shah Rukh Khan said at the event tht he had no home until he married Gauri KhanHe recalled how he bought MannatWatch the video.
Published: November 12, 2026, 1:09 PM IST
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For Shah Rukh Khan, owning a house has always been more than just a dreamThe actor recently opened up about his emotional connection with having a home of his own at an event in Dubai, hosted by filmmaker Karan Johar for Shahrukhz Residences by DanubeRecalling his early struggles and how he eventually bought Mannat, Shah Rukh shared that even his dream home was once beyond his budgetHe also encouraged people to believe in themselves and keep working towards their dreams.
The event was attended by Shah Rukh’s wife, Gauri Khan, who is also an interior designerSpeaking about his childhood, the actor recalled losing his parents at a young age and not having a home of his ownHe said this made owning a house one of the biggest dreams of his life.
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He added, “Of course I love my family and my work but the only thing I love more than anything else in the world is to have a houseSo my children make fun of meWhenever we are driving through a new city and I like it, I tell them we need to buy a house hereThey make fun of me saying one cannot have a house in every cityBut I am fortunateI didn’t have my own home until I got married to Gauri.”
Shah Rukh Khan says even Mannat was beyond his means
Khan also spoke about how a home gives people a sense of comfort and strength during difficult timesSharing advice with those hoping to buy their dream house, Shah Rukh said that people should have faith and continue working towards their goals. He said, “There are good days, bad days, some wonderful days and some very depressing daysWhen you finally come knocking, you need to come back to your own home because you regenerate there, you figure things out and go back to face the harsh realities of the worldThe first house that Gauri and I bought was beyond our means; the last house, Mannat, that we bought was also beyond our meansBut I want to tell everyone that when you want to buy your dream house, Allah helps you; God helps youIf you pray to God for a house, you’ll get the most beautiful house in your life because the Almighty will always give you the house of your dreamsJust trust in yourself and the God.”
Million dollar advice! ❤️
“Agar aap ghar ke liye Mannat karenge, dil se chahenge toh aapko zindagi main sabse khoobsurat ghar milega because the almighty is always going to give you, the house of your dreams!”
: The KING at Shahrukhz Residences
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Apart from sharing his thoughts about owning a home, Shah Rukh also entertained the audience at the eventHe recreated some of his popular dialogues from films such as Raees and Om Shanti OmHe later took to the stage and danced to Tu Mil Jaaye, a track from his upcoming film King.
About Shah Rukh Khan’s Mannat
Shah Rukh bought Mannat, his sea-facing home in Mumbai’s Bandra, in 2001 for Rs 18 croreThe property is currently undergoing renovation, which is reportedly expected to be completed by December 2026According to a Hindustan Times report from August 2026, the actor and his family are expected to return to the house once the renovation work is finished.
The renovation has also included a major expansion of the Mannat annexeThe building earlier had around six floors, with two more floors being addedThe expanded section is spread across approximately 7,000 square feetThe house is currently estimated to be valued at approximately Rs 300 crore.
