4 min readNew DelhiJun 3, 2026 01:00 AM IST Motivational speaker and entrepreneur Ankur Warikoo recently shared what he described as “5 life lessons from Bollywood’s top heroes,” using the journeys of some of India’s biggest film stars to illustrate broader ideas about resilience, discipline, courage and personal growth. In an Instagram video, Warikoo highlighted how different public figures navigated challenges and turning points in their lives. Speaking about Shah Rukh Khan, he said, “In his childhood, both his parents died. He came to Bombay, has no background, and doesn’t know anyone. Played unconventional, negative roles. Learned that you don’t want perfect conditions. You want courage, you want effort.” Reflecting on Amitabh Bachchan’s career, he noted, “After reaching the heights, he fell. Got a very bad beating. The company went bankrupt. He left films and went to TV. Completely new medium, completely new audience. 57 years of age. Learned that age is just a number (sic).” DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Warikoo also …