Social media is abuzz after global YouTube sensation MrBeast (Jimmy Donaldson) shared a photo featuring Bollywood’s legendary trio: Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Aamir Khan. The image, taken at the Joy Forum 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has sparked wild theories about a possible collaboration between the world’s biggest YouTuber and Bollywood’s biggest stars.
The viral moment
The photo, posted on MrBeast’s Instagram story on October 16, shows Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan in sharp tailored suits, Aamir Khan in an elegant Indo-Western outfit comprising a black kurta and white pants, and MrBeast in a sleek all-black ensemble. Alongside the image, the YouTuber wrote, “Hey India, should we all do something together?”, fueling speculation about an upcoming joint project.
Fans quickly reacted on social media platforms, particularly X (formerly Twitter), sharing their excitement and theories. One user commented, “After Ambani, only MrBeast has brought all three Khans together in one frame!” Another wrote, “SRK, Salman, and Aamir with MrBeast. MrBeast’s next collab or what?”
The significance of the gathering
The appearance of Shah Rukh, Salman, and Aamir together is a rare event in Bollywood. Despite having shared professional rivalries in the past, the trio now maintain warm and amicable relations. Shah Rukh and Salman have rekindled their long-standing friendship, and Aamir continues to have cordial ties with both actors.
Previously, the trio were last seen together at the screening of Aamir Khan’s Sitaare Zameen Par in Mumbai. They also made appearances in Aryan Khan’s directorial debut web series, The Ba*ds of Bollywood**, though they did not share any scenes.
Joy Forum 2025
The photograph was captured at Joy Forum 2025, a high-profile entertainment and business summit hosted under the patronage of His Excellency Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority (GEA). The event brought together global icons from sports, entertainment, and media, including Dana White, Shaquille O’Neal, Terry Crews, Gary Vaynerchuk, Lee Jung-Jae, and Ryan Seacrest. Major entertainment companies like Netflix, WWE, DAZN, UFC, Sky Sports, and MBC Studios were also present, making it a truly international affair.
The forum is seen as a platform where global entertainment and digital influencers converge, and MrBeast’s presence alongside the Bollywood legends has amplified its visibility on social media worldwide.
What fans are speculating
While no official announcement has been made, fans are speculating about the possibility of a YouTube-meets-Bollywood collaboration. Whether it is a philanthropic venture, a video project, or a commercial campaign, the cryptic Instagram caption has kept followers engaged and eager for more details.
Conclusion
The viral photo of MrBeast with Shah Rukh, Salman, and Aamir Khan is one of the most talked-about moments in global pop culture this year. It highlights the increasing convergence of Bollywood and international digital platforms, leaving fans eager to see if this meeting translates into a historic collaboration.