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King

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Release date: 24 December 2026

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King releases in theatres on Thursday, 24 December 2026, in 44 days. It is a Hindi film.

Mentor and disciple embark on a perilous journey, pushing their survival skills to the limit against overwhelming odds and unforgiving environments.

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16 Sept 2026

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Suhana Khan in a glamorous Diwali party look, lip-syncing to 'Tu Mil Jaaye'

Suhana Khan Lip-Syncs to 'Tu Mil Jaaye'

Suhana Khan lip-syncs to Ed Sheeran’s part in 'Tu Mil Jaaye' — and Shah Rukh Khan replies with a laugh. The father-daughter moment is the latest spark ahead of King's December 24, 2026 release.

4 days ago2 min

Shah Rukh Khan in a dramatic pose during the 'Tu Mil Jaaye' sequence, filmed in Cape Town under harsh weather conditions.

Ed Sheeran Rap in King: Shah Rukh Khan Nailed the Sync, Says Choreographers

Shah Rukh Khan didn’t just sing Tu Mil Jaaye—he lip-synced Ed Sheeran’s rap part, and according to choreographers Piyush and Shazia, he nailed it. Again.

6 days ago1 min

Deepika Padukone and Shah Rukh Khan in a romantic sequence from 'Tu Mil Jaaye'

Deepika Padukone First Movie Pregnancy: Was She Five Months Pregnant During 'Tu Mil Jaaye'

Deepika Padukone was five months pregnant during the shoot of Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Tu Mil Jaaye’ from KING — a detail that’s now out in the open, thanks to the song’s release.

2 Nov 20262 min

Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone in a romantic scene from the song Tu Mil Jaaye

Shah Rukh Khan First Movie Song Tu Mil Jaaye

Shah Rukh Khan’s birthday gift to fans? A song that feels like a déjà vu. Tu Mil Jaaye, the first track from his upcoming film King, dropped at midnight on November 2 — coinciding with SRK’s 61st birthday — and it’s already sparking debate.

2 Nov 20262 min

A night-time shot of Mannat bungalow in Bandra, lit up with projected light patterns on its facade.

Mannat Glows: Is Shah Rukh Khan’s Birthday Teaser Hiding in the Walls?

Mannat is no longer just a home. It’s a screen. And on November 2, it might show something we’ve waited for.

1 Nov 20261 min

Shah Rukh Khan in a dramatic pose from the film King, standing against a dark background with glowing red accents

Shah Rukh Khan King Overseas Rights Sold for ₹175 Crore

Shah Rukh Khan’s King has made history by securing overseas theatrical rights for ₹175 crore — a record for Indian cinema. The film, set for a December 24 release, must earn at least ₹350 crore abroad to recoup its investment. Phars Films acquired the rights.

31 Oct 20261 min

Shah Rukh Khan in a dark suit, standing against a city skyline, looking intense

SRK's King Secures Record Rs 175 Cr Overseas Deal

Shah Rukh Khan’s King has landed a Rs 175 crore overseas distribution deal — the highest ever for an Indian film — as Dubai-based Phars Films pulls ahead of Yash Raj Films in a bidding war. The December 24, 2026 release, directed by Siddharth Anand, marks SRK’s first on-screen role with daughter Suhana Khan.

31 Oct 20261 min

Shah Rukh Khan in a promotional still for the film King, directed by Siddharth Anand

Siddharth Anand's Cryptic King Tweets Build Up To Shah Rukh Khan's Birthday

Siddharth Anand posted a second cryptic message about King at midnight, days before Shah Rukh Khan's birthday, fuelling speculation about a fresh update on the December 24 release.

30 Oct 20262 min

Shah Rukh Khan in a rugged, fiery look from the new King poster — tousled blonde hair, bloodied chest, surrounded by flames and wreckage.

SRK & Kareena Reunite for a 'Chammak Challo' Revival in King's Big Dance Number

SRK and Kareena are back on the dance floor — or at least, they’re about to be. The shoot for a high-octane number in King began in Mumbai on October 27, with choreographer Vaibhavi Merchant at the helm. According to reports from Bollywood Hungama and The Free Press Journal, the sequence is being billed as a ‘Chammak Challo’-style revival — a nod to their electric 2011 chemistry in Ra.One. No官方确认，

27 Oct 20261 min

Shah Rukh Khan in a dramatic pose, standing against a dark background, wearing a black coat and looking directly into the camera.

King Teaser Drops on SRK’s Birthday: November 2, 2026

Shah Rukh Khan’s next film, King, is set to roar into motion with a teaser on November 2 — his birthday.

13 Oct 20261 min

Shah Rukh Khan in a dramatic pose, mid-action, against a dark city skyline

King Teaser Drops on SRK’s Birthday: Siddharth Anand’s ₹450cr Action Bomb Hits November 2

Siddharth Anand is set to drop an action-packed teaser for King on Shah Rukh Khan’s birthday—November 2, 2026. The film, produced by Red Chillies and Marflix, is slated for release on December 24, 2026, and features Kareena Kapoor in a special appearance on a song titled Daddy Cool, with filming scheduled in South Africa in October. The teaser will mark the global launch of the film’s marketing.

13 Oct 20261 min

Shah Rukh Khan on the set of King during the film's final shooting schedule in Mumbai

Shah Rukh Khan's King Enters Final Shoot, Adds Suhana Khan Dance Number

King's final shooting schedule is underway in Mumbai, with Shah Rukh Khan shooting action sequences in Andheri East and a new Suhana Khan song being filmed at Film City before the film's Christmas Eve release.

13 Oct 20262 min

Aneet Padda in a promotional still from the horror comedy Shakti Shalini

Maddock Shifts Shakti Shalini Release To Dodge Shah Rukh Khan's King

Maddock Films is reportedly moving Shakti Shalini out of its December 2026 slot to avoid clashing with Shah Rukh Khan's King, eyeing a March 2027 release instead, per trade sources.

8 Oct 20262 min

Abhishek Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan together at a public event

Abhishek Bachchan Says Shah Rukh Khan Shaped His Acting Career

Abhishek Bachchan credits Shah Rukh Khan with guiding his acting career since before his debut, recalling Sunday cricket games at Aditya Chopra's house and advice that still shapes how he picks films, ahead of King's December 24 release.

7 Oct 20262 min

Shah Rukh Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan standing together on a red carpet, smiling at each other.

Kareena Kapoor Khan Reunites With Shah Rukh Khan For 'Daddy Cool' Song In South Africa

Kareena Kapoor Khan is set to reunite with Shah Rukh Khan after 15 years for a special song titled Daddy Cool in his upcoming film King, shooting in South Africa later this month.

6 Oct 20261 min

Shah Rukh Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan standing together in a vibrant dance scene, mid-motion, with bold text overlay: 'Daddy Cool'.

Kareena Kapoor Khan Joins Shah Rukh Khan in 'King' Dance Number

Kareena Kapoor Khan is set to reunite with Shah Rukh Khan in a special dance number for his upcoming action thriller King, which releases on December 24, 2026. The song, titled 'Daddy Cool', is said to be a high-octane highlight, composed by Sachin-Jigar, and may feature international artists. The film also stars Suhana Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, and Anil Kapoor.

6 Oct 20262 min

Kareena Kapoor Khan and Shah Rukh Khan at a public event, pictured separately before their reported reunion for King

Kareena Kapoor Khan To Join Shah Rukh Khan For King Song

Kareena Kapoor Khan is reportedly set to shoot a special song called Daddy Cool with Shah Rukh Khan in South Africa for King, reuniting the two 15 years after Ra.One, per trade reports.

6 Oct 20262 min

Shah Rukh Khan at a public event, promotional reference image for his upcoming film King

Shah Rukh Khan's King Gets December 24 Release Date

Shah Rukh Khan's King has reportedly been locked for a December 24, 2026 release, slotting into the Christmas holiday window, with Ranveer Singh set for a mystery cameo appearance.

1 Oct 20262 min

Actor Vishal Jethwa speaking at an industry event, promoting his upcoming film Shakti Shalini.

Vishal Jethwa Won't Deny Shakti Shalini Release Date Is Shifting

Vishal Jethwa neither confirmed nor denied buzz that Shakti Shalini may move out of its December 24, 2026 date to avoid clashing with Shah Rukh Khan's King.

1 Oct 20262 min

A crowded multiplex ticket counter with posters for upcoming Hollywood and Bollywood releases in the background

PVR INOX Exec Says December's Four-Film Screen Clash No Problem

PVR INOX's Kamal Gianchandani dismisses fears of a screen-sharing crunch this December, when Avengers: Doomsday, Dune: Part Three, Jumanji: Open World and King all clash for audiences.

24 Sept 20262 min

Shah Rukh Khan smiling at a public event

Shah Rukh Khan Stays India's Richest Actor Despite Steep Wealth Drop

Shah Rukh Khan remains India's wealthiest actor at Rs 10,000 crores in the Hurun India Rich List 2026, a fall of Rs 2,490 crores from last year, as he preps his December release King.

24 Sept 20262 min

Shah Rukh Khan in a blue kurta standing with Gauri and Suhana at the Lalbaugcha Raja pandal, offering prayers to the Ganpati idol.

Shah Rukh Khan, Gauri and Suhana Bless Ganesh at Lalbaugcha Raja

Shah Rukh Khan, wife Gauri and daughter Suhana visited Lalbaugcha Raja during Ganeshotsav, offering prayers, performing aarti and shielding the family from the bustling crowd, while fans cheered their presence.

21 Sept 20262 min

Deepika Padukone and Shah Rukh Khan promotional still from the upcoming film King

Deepika Padukone Could Break Prabhas's 1000-Crore Tie With King

Trade site Koimoi projects that Deepika Padukone's upcoming film King, opposite Shah Rukh Khan, could make her the sole Indian actor with four ₹1000 crore worldwide grossers, ahead of Prabhas.

21 Sept 20262 min

Collage of Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan and Ajay Devgn at public events

Bollywood's Modi Birthday Wishes Trigger Online Backlash

Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan and Ajay Devgn wished PM Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday, joining Akshay Kumar and others. Netizens responded with sharp criticism, some calling it sycophancy, per DNA India.

18 Sept 20262 min