An AI artist has reimagined Shah Rukh Khan across eight different decades, from the classic black-and-white 1950s to the modern 2020s, in a viral social media video that is drawing nostalgic reactions and mixed opinions from fans.
The trend of AI-generated celebrity transformations continues to captivate social media. Created by AI artist Souvik, known as Mr Hellrocker on Instagram, the video was shared on February 18 and has since sparked nostalgia and debate among fans.
The digital compilation acts as a time capsule, placing Shah Rukh Khan into distinct fashion eras while seamlessly adapting his look to each period’s aesthetic.
The journey begins in the 1950s with a black-and-white scholarly appearance featuring a cardigan, tie, and neatly side-parted hair. The 1960s transformation follows with a bold floral hibiscus shirt and a voluminous mop-top hairstyle inspired by early Beatles-era trends.
In the 1970s, the AI imagines him in a sharp three-piece grey suit with wide lapels, channeling the classic ‘angry young man’ corporate vibe. The 1980s shift to a high-school Americana look, complete with a varsity jacket and a perm-style haircut.
The 1990s pay homage to the iconic ‘Raj/Rahul’ era with oversized flannel shirts and chains, while the 2010s embrace a rugged contemporary style featuring leather jackets and layered hoodies. The video concludes with a minimalist 2020s aesthetic — a relaxed linen shirt paired with natural curls, reflecting modern effortless fashion.
Fans flooded the comments section with praise, with many saying the 1950s and 1970s versions suited the superstar particularly well. Comments ranged from “Outstanding” to “1950 and 1970,” while others debated the 2020s look, with one user writing, “2020 is really the downfall.”
The viral clip highlights how artificial intelligence continues to reshape digital creativity and nostalgia-driven content.