After the prestigious Yale University in 2012, Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan will now deliver a lecture at the University of Edinburgh, UK.

Shah Rukh will deliver the lecture at the University of Edinburgh on 15 October from 16:00 to 17:00 (BST).

"The university is to host a visit by Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Thursday, 15 October. The actor, one of Bollywood's most popular stars, will give a public lecture at the University's New College," read a statement on the university's official website.

The tickets for the Public Lecture are available online and can be booked here.

Shah Rukh has appeared in more than 80 Bollywood films in his career spanning over two decades. Shah Rukh, who is known as "Bollywood ka badshah", started his acting career with theatre and later was seen on the small screen, before he made it big on the 75mm screen.

The actor is known for films including "Baazigar", "Darr", "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge", "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai", "Swades", "Chak De! India", and "Jab Tak Hai Jaan".

He was also awarded one of India's highest civilian awards, the Padma Shri, in 2005.

The University has been linked with India for around 250 years now, and the officials are excited to welcome one of the most outstanding stars of world cinema.

"The University of Edinburgh has very strong ties with India and I am delighted that we are able to welcome one of the most outstanding stars of world cinema," said Charlie Jeffery, senior vice-principal, University of Edinburgh.

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