Turkish actor Hande Erçel has firmly denied viral claims suggesting that she referred to Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan as “uncle,” putting an end to a wave of online speculation and backlash. The controversy erupted following the Joy Awards held in Riyadh, where both Erçel and Khan were present, and a short video clip featuring the Turkish star filming at the event began circulating widely on social media.

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Soon after, a screenshot allegedly taken from Hande Erçel’s Instagram story went viral. The image claimed she had written, “Who is this uncle? I was just filming Amina Khalil. I am not his fan. Please stop spreading false information.” The post triggered outrage among Shah Rukh Khan’s fans, with many accusing the actor of being disrespectful toward the global icon.