Bollywood Icon Shah Rukh Khan has officially announced the release date of his highly anticipated film King, sharing an intense video that teases his dark and fierce new look. Departing from his signature romantic image, the superstar promises a film filled with suspense and edge-of-the-seat action. The video, captioned "#KING is Ready to ROAR on 24.12.2026 in Cinemas," showcases SRK battle-worn, bruised, and ready to instill fear.
Directed by Siddharth Anand, King marks the second collaboration between the duo after the 2023 blockbuster Pathaan. The film brings a fresh, darker perspective to SRK’s career, with the actor portraying a character entrenched in vengeance and conflict rather than romance. Fans are especially excited to see him share screen space with his daughter, Suhana Khan, for the first time.
The ensemble cast also includes Bollywood heavyweights Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, Rani Mukerji, Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Jaideep Ahlawat, Arshad Warsi, and dance sensation Raghav Juyal. With such a star-studded lineup, expectations are high for King to be one of the biggest releases of 2026.
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Reports suggest that King will unfold across two distinct timelines. Shah Rukh Khan’s younger self is set to face off against Raghav Juyal, while the older, battle-hardened version will confront the film’s main antagonist, played by Abhishek Bachchan. This dual-timeline structure is expected to add layers of intensity and suspense to the storyline.
Adding to the buzz, global pop sensation Ed Sheeran has been rumored to record a Hindi track for the film. Although no official confirmation has been made, Sheeran’s involvement would mark a major cross-cultural collaboration, further amplifying the film’s global appeal.
Produced under SRK’s own Red Chillies Entertainment banner, King is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on December 24, 2026. With its dark themes, high-octane action, and powerhouse cast, the film is shaping up to be a cinematic event that could redefine Shah Rukh Khan’s image in Bollywood.
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