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. Hande reacted to the post 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. However, Hande Erçel was quick to shut down the rumour. Responding directly to the circulating screenshot, she clarified that the post was not authentic. In a brief but clear statement, the actor stated, “This is fake,” categorically denying that she made any …