Shah Rukh Khan’s Diwali party at his legendary Mumbai bungalow, Mannat, has been the center of Bollywood’s festive season for years. Dazzling lights, celebrity guest lists, and lavish decorations transformed it into one of Bollywood’s most sought-after events. But fans expecting a repeat of the lavish parties this year will be left disappointed — the superstar has opted against hosting his legendary Diwali bash in 2025 as well.
Shah Rukh Khan’s Diwali party has grown fewer in number after the COVID-19 pandemic. What used to be an annual ritual loaded with glamour and festivity has moved on to the backburner in recent times. The cause is not merely caution but also practicality — Mannat is already in the midst of major renovations, and so SRK and his family have shifted to another residence temporarily.
There was speculation that the actor might host the party at his temporary home, which also happens to be producer Jackky Bhagnani’s residence. But putting the rumours to rest, Shah Rukh’s manager, Pooja Dadlani, confirmed to HT City that he will not be hosting a Diwali party this year either. This is the second consecutive year that the festival of lights will be celebrated quietly in the Khan household.
The work done at Mannat is reported to be extensive, intended to improve the already breathtaking property. Due to the extent of the work, though, the traditional opulence of the Diwali celebrations will have to be postponed.
Interestingly, SRK is not the sole Bollywood actor boycotting celebrations this year. Actor Ayushmann Khurrana and his wife Tahira Kashyap Khurrana, also known for hosting a classy Diwali bash, have chosen to skip their bash in 2025. The couple reportedly decided this after Ayushmann immersed himself in his upcoming release Thamma, which is his first big Diwali release, leaving them with not much time to plan a party.
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With two of Bollywood’s most highly anticipated Diwali parties off the schedule, the festival is likely to be a less public affair in the industry this year. Fans will have to wait until Mannat’s refurbishments are out of the way to witness the return of Shah Rukh Khan’s iconic Diwali bash a party that has long stood for glamour, camaraderie, and celebration in tinsel town.
