Shah Rukh Khan, often dubbed the “King of Bollywood,” has once again come under worldwide attention, this time thanks to his dramatically handsome features, as science now comes in to prove something that millions of fans have long believed. The results come out in a new study conducted by celebrity plastic surgeon Dr. Julian De Silva, who said the Bollywood superstar came out ranked among the world’s ten most handsome male actors.
Advanced facial mapping software and the Greek Golden Ratio of Beauty,
Also called Phi, was used in this study to measure the facial symmetry of many male actors. The Golden Ratio, a mathematical formula, has always been applied throughout history in art and architecture to determine physical perfection and aesthetic appeal.
Shah Rukh Khan was at 10th position with a facial score for symmetry of 86.76 percent, thus securing his slot in the list of heartthrobs across the globe. His report places him right on the prestigious podium since he is the only Indian actor featuring in this story, which attests his being an all-time favorite among the present as well as the next generation and people of varied nationalities.
Dr. De Silva’s ranking hosts
Many prominent actors this 2024 as well. British actor Idris Elba ranked ninth with a score of 87.94 per cent. Another that found its position at number eight in the ranking is Charles Melton from the drama series “Riverdale” with 88.46 per cent. Nicholas Hoult, famous for his face at the helm of “The Great” and one of the “X-Men” series, was listed at seventh position with a facial symmetry score of 89.84 per cent.
Hollywood veteran George Clooney
Has often been praised for the classic good looks that have remained with him. It is not surprising then, that he has finished sixth with a percentage score of 89.9 per cent. Finishing fifth are “Dunkirk” star Jack Lowden, at 90.33 per cent. Another one within the running within the top five is Robert Pattinson, just newly feted for his performance in “The Batman”, scoring 92.15 per cent to hold his position within the leading contenders for Hollywood’s most-admired leading men.
Of the British and Irish,
There were three at the top. Third place went to the “Gladiator II” star Paul Mescal. On facial symmetry, Mescal scored 92.38 per cent. At the second place was Lucien Leon Laviscount, of “Coronation Street” and “Emily in Paris.” He managed to accumulate 92.41 per cent. At the top was Aaron Taylor-Johnson, on 93.04 per cent for facial symmetry. Known for films such as “Kick-Ass” and “Bullet Train,” Taylor-Johnson’s number one ranking holds sound considering his chiseled features.
At the same time, Shah Rukh Khan’s
Placement here completes the universality of his influence not only in South Asia but globally, as well, as he stands out as an iconification of mass appeal, ubiquitous and able to bridge generations. Although this list does boast some international superstars, there are plenty of viewers wondering whether even some regional icons, such as Pakistani actor Fawad Khan, were included in the sample. Fans believe that Fawad would definitely be included on the list given his reputation for being one of the most good-looking men in South Asia.
Scientific endorsement of Shah Rukh Khan’s physical beauty adds to the many laurels bestowed upon the actor; once again, SRK proves his style is timeless and universal.