Jawan’s director Etley Shah Rukh Khan is called ‘Godfather in Cinema’
Director Atley, who recently ventured to own a pickle team, credited superstar Shah Rukh Khan as his ‘Godfather’ in cinema and inspiration.

Jawan director Atley, while talking about his new pickle team, called superstar Shah Rukh Khan, called his ‘Godfather’ in the cinema. Atallie and his wife, Priya, now own Bangalore Jawans. Talking about being the owner of the team, Atallie also said that he was inspired by his visit with Shah Rukh Khan and KKR.
Speaking about the team and his inspiration for a pickle team, Atley said, “My biggest inspiration was done by Shah Rukh Sir in India’s Premier League (IPL). So I have been with him. He is always there, he is always my godfather in cinema. So whatever he has done, whatever he has taught me, I am just doing it, this is the case! ,
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“My biggest inspiration was KKR in Shahrukh Sir IPL. So I have been with him. He is always there, he is always my godfather in cinema. So whatever he has done, whatever he has taught me, I am just doing it, this is the case! , @Atlee_Dir owner @BengalurujawansInspired by SRK … pic.twitter.com/lpqynhmjrs
– Shahrukh Khan Universe Fan Club (@Srkuniverse) 27 January, 2025
Atli and Shah Rukh Khan cooperated for the jawan, which was not only one of the biggest hits of 2023 but also in all times. The film made several box office records. Atallie also thanked Shah Rukh Khan from time to time. In one of the award shows, the director also touched the superstar’s feetFans praised his humility.