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King Khan of Bollywood is bringing his magic back to the big screen with his upcoming film King. Shah Rukh Khan generated huge buzz on the internet after
glimpses of his shoot were leaked. In January earlier this year, the makers of the film King announced the official release date for the film. Fans are already excited given his former action blockbuster Pathaan’s success. Now, reports have suggested the upcoming movie will be the biggest project for SRK. The shoot is expected to wrap up soon, and the comeback is nearing its release.
Shah Rukh Khan’s Most Expensive Film
Directed by Siddharth Anand, King is set to hit theatres on December 24, 2026. The film marks Shah Rukh Khan’s re-entry in the show business after 3 years. According to reports by Bollywood Hungama, the film is SRK’s most expensive film ever. The budget for King was reportedly Rs 450 crores. This cost does not include the cost of printing and publicity, but the production amount and Shah Rukh’s acting fees.
The film King is set to surpass his last best Jawan in terms of production cost. The film actually started off as an action-thriller, but Sid and SRK’s ambition brings back action scenes so big that audiences have never seen before, the publication learnt.
Why The High-Budget Production?
The makers of the film wished to utilise the budget to deliver an immersive cinematic experience for audiences. Reports suggest they will justify every penny with each scene while bringing the new Shah Rukh Khan experience. Also, Shah Rukh Khan’s Red Chillies Entertainment is working to bring high-quality VFX, which can be credited to the high cost. The high-octane and intense action sequences in the film are another reason for the expensive production.For the unversed, Jawan cost around Rs. 400 crore, which surpassed the budget used to make Pathaan, which was Rs 350 crore. Shah Rukh Khan is now preparing to bring one of Indian cinema’s biggest action-thrillers.
About King
The action-thriller King is expected to hit cinemas on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2026. Shah Rukh Khan will be joined by a star-studded cast, which includes Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan and others in key roles. The film follows the story of a ruthless assassin and mentor who embarks on a treacherous journey. The film is directed by Siddharth Anand, who also joins Sujoy Ghosh and Suresh Nair as writers. King is produced by Mamta Anand, Gauri Khan and Siddharth Anand.
The high-budget reveal will generate further anticipation among fans and audience who have not only been waiting for Shah Rukh Khan’s comeback but for another high-octane action thriller this year.
