The upcoming release of TIME magazine’s survey results on the most powerful people of 2023 has been creating buzz among readers. Initial reports indicate that Shah Rukh Khan, the popular Indian actor, has emerged as the winner of the TIME100 poll. Over 1.2 million votes were cast, and Shah Rukh Khan secured 4% of them, beating out other famous names such as Serena Williams, Mark Zuckerberg, Michelle Yeoh, and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
Shah Rukh Khan is a multi-talented individual who has made a name for himself in the entertainment industry. He has acted in over 100 films, produced movies, and co-owns the Knight Riders Group women’s cricket team. He became famous for his romantic roles in Bollywood hits like Dilwale Dulhania le Jayenge and Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. His most recent film, Pathaan, which was released in January, has grossed nearly $130 million worldwide, making it one of the top-grossing films of the year so far.
The survey also revealed that the Iranian women protesting against the country’s Islamic regime took the second spot with 3% of the vote. The protests were sparked by the killing of Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old, allegedly at the hands of the country’s “morality police” for wearing her headscarf too loosely. The healthcare workers, who have been on the front lines of the global pandemic, came in third with 2% of the vote. Despite their selfless work, they have been grappling with stress, anxiety, burnout, and exhaustion.
Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, were placed in the third and fourth spots, respectively, each earning 1.9% of the vote. Prince Harry made headlines with the release of his memoir, Spare, where he recounted significant moments of his life. Meghan, on the other hand, is now hosting her podcast, Archetypes, which focuses on exploring and breaking gender stereotypes.
Lionel Messi, the Argentinian soccer star, rounded off the top five with 1.8% of the vote. He won his first World Cup title in 2022, and he has also been honored with seven Ballon d’Or awards. These famous names and noteworthy figures are being recognized for their contributions to their fields and society as a whole.
