Shah Rukh Khan at the Sharjah International Book Fair - in pictures

  • Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan accepts the first Global Icon of Cinema and Cultural Narrative Award at the Sharjah International Book Fair. All photos: Pawan Singh / The National
    Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan accepts the first Global Icon of Cinema and Cultural Narrative Award at the Sharjah International Book Fair. All photos: Pawan Singh / The National
  • Khan receives his award at book fair from Ahmed Al Ameri, chairman of the Sharjah Book Authority, and Khawla Al Mujaini, general co-ordinator of SIBF.
    Khan receives his award at book fair from Ahmed Al Ameri, chairman of the Sharjah Book Authority, and Khawla Al Mujaini, general co-ordinator of SIBF.
  • Fans, some of whom were waiting for the star since 12pm, take photos of Khan at the Sharjah International Book Fair.
    Fans, some of whom were waiting for the star since 12pm, take photos of Khan at the Sharjah International Book Fair.
  • 'Arts and culture allow for love, peace and compassion by taking us on visual journeys,' Khan said in his acceptance speech.
    'Arts and culture allow for love, peace and compassion by taking us on visual journeys,' Khan said in his acceptance speech.
  • Excited fans chant Khan's name and take pictures as he gives his speech.
    Excited fans chant Khan's name and take pictures as he gives his speech.