Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s wedding was a global affair with national and international celebrities gracing the occasion. The grandiose event witnessed the presence of Bollywood big stars and Hollywood celebs along with worldwide political dignities. Among the attendees were also John Cena and Shah Rukh Khan, who is a global icon emerging as a source of inspiration for many. Recently, John Cena expressed how SRK has inspired him and he was awestruck meeting him in person.

16-time WWE champion and Hollywood actor John Cena recalled meeting Shah Rukh Khan at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding that was hosted in Mumbai on July 12, 2024. Over a Zoom Video call with ANI he spoke about his experience of interacting with the Bollywood King Khan. He said, "It was just such an emotional moment to be able to shake a person's hand that affects your life so drastically and tell them specifically what they did. He was amazing. He couldn't have been more empathetic and kind and sharing. It really was wonderful. It was wonderful. I was awestruck, starstruck. It was fantastic."

In the same conversation he added, "He (Shah Rukh) did a Ted Talk that found me at the right time in my life and his words were beyond inspirational to me. They helped orchestrate a change in my life. And since that change, I've been able to recognise all the jackpots that I've been given and been grateful and work hard to make sure I don't waste them."

A day after the Ambani wedding, John Cena even posted a picture with Shah Rukh Khan on his Twitter account from his meeting with the actor at the event. Sharing the picture, he wrote, "A surreal 24 hours. So grateful for the Ambani family for their unmatched warmth and hospitality. An experience filled with so many unforgettable moments which allowed me to connect with countless new friends, including meeting @iamsrk and being able to tell him personally the positive effect he has had on my life.