King Teaser X Review: Netizens Hail First Glimpse Of Shah Rukh Khan Film As 'Zabardast'

On the occasion of his 60th birthday, Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan unveiled the much-awaited title of his next film, King, on Sunday. The announcement came through a video that opens with a bird’s-eye

view of a mysterious island base. As the intense visuals unfold, Shah Rukh’s commanding voice-over takes centre stage, narrating the mindset of a feared mercenary. The character admits he has lost track of how many lives he has taken or whether his victims were good or bad - before his powerful on-screen reveal as King, leaving fans thrilled by his fierce new avatar.

Fans review King's first look

Known to fans worldwide as King Khan, he steps into the title role with fierce authority. His character exudes danger, someone whose very name strikes fear across nations. As his voice echoes, “100 desho’n mein badnaam, duniya ne diya sirf ek hi naam — KING,” the moment perfectly captures his menacing aura. One standout scene shows SRK using a King of Hearts playing card as a weapon - a clever visual that symbolises his timeless image as the true King of Hearts, both on and off the screen.

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Now, reacting to the first look, one fan wrote, "He didn’t announce a title… he announced a legacy. KING — the era begins now. Happy Birthday, Shah Rukh Khan," while another commented, "Zabardast," Check out more comments below:

The film marks SRK’s 2nd collaboration with director-producer Siddharth Anand after Pathaan, and is a slick, high-octane action entertainer that redefines style, charisma, and thrills, and is set to be Siddharth Anand’s massiest film yet, taking his signature action storytelling to a whole new dimension.Produced by Red Chillies Entertainment and Marflix Pictures, King is set to release in 2026. Meanwhile, the birthday celebrations of SRK are in full swing in Mumbai. Influential people from all walks of life are taking to their social media handles to send their best wishes to the megastar on his birthday.Inputs Credit: IANS