Shah Rukh Khan’s height is reported as approximately 173 cm, or 5 feet 8 inches, by StarsUnfolded. This page compares SRK with Rajpal Yadav, another Indian actor. Their evidence types differ: SRK’s figure is a reported biography listing, while Rajpal’s comes from his own statement in an interview.
Shah Rukh Khan height in feet and centimeters
The biography describes the listing as approximate. Five feet eight inches converts to 172.72 cm; the rounded 173 cm value is used in this chart. That small rounding difference should not be presented as a disagreement about someone’s stature.
Searches for “SRK height,” “Shahrukh Khan height” and “Shah Rukh Khan height in feet” refer to the same actor and are answered together here. There is no separate measured value simply because a different spelling or unit appears in a query.
To reproduce the unit conversion, open the height converter and enter 5 feet and 8 inches. For the metric listing, enter 173 cm. Do not enter 5.8 decimal feet and expect the same result; read our decimal feet explanation for that distinction.
How does SRK compare with Rajpal Yadav?
The chart pairs two Indian actors rather than comparing unrelated professions or countries. Rajpal said he is 5 feet 2 inches in an exclusive Pinkvilla interview. That converts to 157.48 cm. Against the approximate 173 cm biography figure, the arithmetic difference is 15.52 cm, or about 15.5 cm.
This calculated difference combines an approximate reported listing with a self-report. It is useful for understanding scale, but its decimal places do not turn it into a precise measurement of the two actors standing together.
| Person | Height | Evidence / source |
|---|---|---|
| Shah Rukh Khan | 173 cm | Reported biography listing StarsUnfolded Checked 2026-10-30 |
| Rajpal Yadav | 157.48 cm | Self-reported in interview Pinkvilla — exclusive Rajpal Yadav interview, 16 April 2026 Checked 2026-10-24 |
Sources checked: 30 October 2026. The StarsUnfolded SRK biography supplies the approximate listing. The Pinkvilla interview with Rajpal Yadav supplies his self-report. Other rounded biography figures should not silently replace a direct attributed statement.
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What the real photos show
These are photographs from separate occasions, not a shared measurement session. The chart scales them using the listed values. Shoes, posture, clothing and camera angle can affect the visual impression. Read the numerical labels and the source table alongside the pictures.
For another comparison within India’s entertainment industry, see Bhuvan Bam and Ashish Chanchlani. Our actor comparison includes a wider international selection, while the height difference guide explains common comparison gaps.
Photo sources
Bollywood Hungama: Shah Rukh Khan photo. Rajpal Yadav’s photographer and source are linked in the chart’s Photo credits. Both photographs have separate permission records in our library.
Frequently asked questions
Is 173 cm an independently verified measurement?
No. It is an approximate biography listing attributed to its publisher. HeightCompare has checked what the source says, not physically measured the actor.
Why does the photo not look exactly like a silhouette?
A photograph contains a real pose and perspective. A silhouette is an abstract standing shape. Neither should replace the cited numerical evidence.
Can I suggest a better source?
Yes. Send a source-linked correction with a clear identity and a reference that explicitly states the height. See our review methodology for how different evidence types are labeled.