King Update: Akshay Oberoi Joins Star-Studded Cast Of Shah Rukh Khan Film, Calls It 'Dream Come True'

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan's King, which aims to relaunch Suhana Khan after The Archies, is one of the most anticipated films of 2026. Helmed by Siddharth Anand, it promises to be a high-octane actioner with the perfect blend of masala and emotions. Its star-studded ensemble cast has only added to the excitement, and now there’s another addition.Akshay Oberoi Joins Star-Studded Cast Of Shah Rukh Khan's KingAkshay Oberoi is joining the film! This marks his reunion with the Fighter director.Expressing his excitement, Oberoi shared, “It’s a dream come true, my checklist is complete now that I’ve got the chance to work in a King Khan film and share screen space with him. Growing up, Shah Rukh Khan has been one of my biggest inspirations

not just as an actor, but as someone who redefined charisma and hard work in Indian cinema. To be a part of a film that stars him feels surreal. I’ve admired his discipline, his energy, and his generosity as a performer for years, and to finally experience that in person is something I’ll always cherish. He added, “Also Sid and Mamta are like family to me now in this industry and when Siddharth called me to be part of this magnum opus, i had to jump in and immediately said yes. My association with them is truly special. I’m soaking in every moment and learning as much as I can from him on set.”More About KingReportedly inspired by the 1994 Hollywood film Leon: The Professional, King also stars Deepika Padukone, Rani Mukerjee, Abhishek Bachchan, Jaideep Ahlawat, Raghav Juyal, Abhay Verma and Arshad Warsi, among others. The movie is slated to hit the screens next years but an official release date is yet to be announced.