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The star tweeted, “Will you all give me your autographs and pose for pictures with me? Will keep it in my heart forever. My name is fan...& I am not a star ... you are!”

He adds, “Whatever the fate of the film, I never wished this upon the city that made my dreams come true and gave me all. I belong to u. As the film releases and reports pour in praising Karan's work, I take this opportunity to thank everyone who has gone to see the film. Only regret our own city Mumbai is still to see it in full flow.

I just want to tell everyone that I feel more patriotic than ever before. I love India & Indians. I love Mumbai & Mumbaikers. I again reiterate, sincerely from the bottom of heart, regret having hurt so many. Today I feel I will stand by with even more strength for all that stands for being Indian & my country. I thank you all for this, apologies for giving stress over the last few days. I am humbled by this show of love & kindness. So I don’t know what else to say. Overwhelmed & promise will make India proud with my hard work.”

Touched, Shah Rukh adds, as he prepares to get into his bath, “Love and humility in my heart, good thoughts in my head, a smile of gratitude on my lips and German soap in my eyes...Damn! Am I gushing too much and regretting too often? Well, let me. It’s the first time I am fan — of my audience. A huge hug. You all are rockstars. I promise I will only make wonderful films from now on forever. All the ones that missed the mark and didn’t please you...oops...sorry again!”

He states, “Power to you all and pray for our film and me. Give our team strength to see us through this...Let the love flow. Hit us hard with it! I thank you all for this, apologise for giving stress over the last few days and now truly know the meaning of being humbled. Love you all so much!’

He signs off, “I am humbled by this show of love and kindness. So, don’t know what else to say. Overwhelmed and promise will make India proud with my hard work. I realise today...I am just a film hero...you all in the theatres are the real deal. God, feel so loved and humbled. Hats off to all heroes.”