Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming action thriller King is gearing up for a theatrical release on December 24, 2026, and the film’s promotional campaign could kick off as early as November. A fresh report suggests
that a special promotional video for the Siddharth Anand directorial is expected to be screened alongside Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana Part 1 in cinemas across India. The move could give the SRK-starrer a significant promotional push ahead of its release. Helmed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana Part 1, meanwhile, is scheduled to arrive in cinemas worldwide on November 5, 2026, just ahead of Diwali. The film features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana.
An update on Shah Rukh Khan’s King
Shah Rukh Khan fans could be in for a double treat this November. An exclusive promotional video for the superstar’s upcoming action thriller King is reportedly set to be screened alongside Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana in Indian cinemas. According to a report by Variety India, the promotional campaign will coincide with the theatrical run of the mythological epic, which is scheduled to release on November 5, 2026.
Adding to the excitement, the teaser of King is expected to be unveiled on November 2, marking Shah Rukh Khan’s 61st birthday. However, the film’s makers have yet to officially confirm either the teaser launch date or the reported theatrical promotional tie-up. A source told the portal, “The promotional tie-up is expected to give King additional visibility among moviegoers, particularly as Ramayana is being positioned as one of the biggest theatrical releases this year.”
The most-awaited film, King, also stars Suhana Khan, Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, Abhay Verma, Arshad Warsi, Saurabh Shukla, Raghav Juyal, and others. The Siddharth Anand directorial will mark SRK’s return to the big screen after Dunki. The film is slated to hit theatres on December 2, 2026.
