Archive · 9 Jan 2026
Author Recalls Shah Rukh Khan's School Days
Ajay Jain, who wrote a book called 'Charlie’s Boys', talked about his school days at St. Columba’s in Delhi.
He remembered Shah Rukh Khan, who was a senior student there.
Shah Rukh was very popular and good at many things like acting, sports, and studying.
Everyone admired him, and he was even chosen for a special award called the 'sword of honour'.
The book talks about fun and heartwarming stories from school, including how Shah Rukh was liked by everyone, even the teachers.
It also mentions that Shah Rukh came from a humble background, but the school was very inclusive.
Ajay Jain's memoir 'Charlie’s Boys' highlights his school days at St. Columba’s in Delhi during the 1970s and 1980s.
Shah Rukh Khan was a senior student at the school, known for his charisma and excellence in academics, theatre, and sports.
Jain described Shah Rukh as an enigma and the undisputed choice for the 'sword of honour' award.
The book includes nostalgic stories about school life, teachers, and friends, with a focus on Shah Rukh's influence.
Jain mentioned that Shah Rukh's family background was not well-known, but the school was inclusive despite being elitist.
- Who
- Ajay Jain, author of 'Charlie’s Boys', and Shah Rukh Khan
- What
- A memoir about school days at St. Columba’s, highlighting Shah Rukh Khan's presence
- When
- During the 1970s and 1980s, with the conversation held at the end of last year
- Where
- St. Columba’s School in Delhi and the Dehradun Literature Festival
- Why
- To share nostalgic experiences and memories of school life, including Shah Rukh Khan's influence
- Author
- Ajay Jain
- Book Title
- Charlie’s Boys
- School
- St. Columba’s School, Delhi
- Event
- Dehradun Literature Festival
- Shah Rukh Khan's Achievements
- Excelling in academics, theatre, and sports