Director: Siddharth Anand
Cast: Shah Rukh Khan, Suhana Khan, Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, Jackie Shroff
King is a highly anticipated 2026 Indian action-thriller starring Shah Rukh Khan, marking his return to large-scale action cinema following the box office successes of Pathaan and Jawan. Directed by Sujoy Ghosh, the film follows a mentor and disciple who embark on a perilous journey, pushing their survival skills to the limit in an unforgiving environment. The narrative promises high-stakes tension and physical endurance, leveraging Khan's enduring star power to deliver a gripping cinematic experience.
The production has generated significant buzz among fans, with many expressing hope that this project will capitalize on Khan's continued ability to drive theatrical attendance. The film features a prominent cast including Disha Patani, Abhishek Bachchan, Jaideep Ahlawat, and Jagapathi Babu. A promotional single titled Tu Mil Jaaye, featuring Ed Sheeran alongside Indian singers Arijit Singh and Madhubanti Bagchi, was released to accompany the film's marketing campaign, highlighting its international appeal and musical depth.
Shah Rukh Khan's involvement in King is seen as a major event for Bollywood, with distribution rights handled by Pen Marudhar for the domestic market and Phars Film for international territories. The collaboration between Red Chillies Entertainment and Marflix Pictures aims to create a visually spectacular and emotionally resonant blockbuster. Early reactions to trailers have noted intense audio mixing and dramatic pacing, setting expectations for a visceral viewing experience that aligns with the current trend of grand-scale Hindi action films.
King is scheduled for theatrical release in late 2026, with digital streaming availability expected to follow after the initial cinema run.