Shah Rukh Khan Begins Filming for 'King' with Suhana Khan; Set for Gandhi Jayanti 2026
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has officially kicked off shooting for his much-anticipated film "King" on 21 May at Mehboob Studios in Mumbai. After a successful 2023 with three blockbuster hits—Pathaan, Jawan, and Dunki—SRK is showing no signs of slowing down.
“King” is not only Shah Rukh Khan’s next action-packed venture but also marks the big-screen debut of his daughter Suhana Khan. The father-daughter duo was joined by actor Abhishek Bachchan on the first day of the shoot, signaling the start of what is expected to be one of the biggest film productions of the year.
An Action Spectacle Directed by Siddharth Anand
The film is being helmed by Siddharth Anand, known for directing SRK in Pathaan. Earlier, filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh was in talks to direct the project, but Anand has taken the reins for this massive production.
Film critic Sumit Kadel told ThePrint that King will be shot throughout 2025 across India and multiple European countries, with a grand scale and high-octane action. “It is going to be an action spectacle,” Kadel said. The film is slated for release on Gandhi Jayanti (October 2), 2026.
A Star-Studded Ensemble Cast
King features an impressive lineup of actors, including:
- Suhana Khan (SRK’s protégé in the film)
- Abhishek Bachchan (rumored to play the antagonist)
- Jackie Shroff
- Jaideep Ahlawat
- Abhay Verma (reportedly Suhana’s love interest)
- Arshad Warsi (in a quirky, humorous, grey-shaded role)
Buzz also surrounds the casting of Suhana’s mother in the film. While Deepika Padukone was initially rumored for the role, recent reports suggest Rani Mukerji—SRK’s long-time co-star—may be cast instead.
Adding to the intrigue, actor Anil Kapoor is rumored to play a mysterious assassin, although his involvement is yet to be officially confirmed.
Fans Flood Social Media with Theories
Since its announcement, King has sparked widespread excitement among fans. Social media platforms are abuzz with theories, speculative plotlines, and casting predictions, making it one of the most talked-about Bollywood projects in recent times.
From character roles to potential plot twists, fans are leaving no stone unturned in dissecting what could unfold in this father-daughter action saga.
Supporting His Children: SRK, the Father Behind the Stars
Shah Rukh Khan has taken a hands-on approach to launching his children into the entertainment industry. While he’s launching Suhana Khan on the big screen with King, he’s also backing his son Aryan Khan’s directorial debut, a Netflix series titled “The Bads of Bollywood”*.
Produced under the Red Chillies Entertainment banner, the show takes a satirical, multi-genre look at the inner workings of the film industry. SRK even appeared in the title announcement video, in which Aryan, seated in the director’s chair, cheekily asks his father to reshoot a line multiple times—only to be met with SRK’s witty retort: “Tere baap ka raj hai kya…”
The video quickly went viral, garnering 1.4 million views on X (formerly Twitter), with SRK posting:
“Picture toh saalon se baki hai par show toh ab shuru hoga. Witness Aryan Khan’s take on Bollywood… The Ba*ds of Bollywood, coming soon.”
Aryan’s series is expected to deliver an unfiltered look into Bollywood, offering humor, grit, and entertainment through the lens of an outsider navigating the industry.
The Khan Legacy in Motion
With King and The Ba*ds of Bollywood, the Khan family is poised to dominate both the big screen and OTT platforms in the coming year. While Suhana takes her first steps as an actor and Aryan makes his mark as a director, SRK remains the central force supporting both with pride and presence.
As anticipation builds, all eyes are on King, which is expected to set new benchmarks in action cinema and family-driven storytelling.
