Abhishek Bachchan Joins Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘KING’; Shares Insight on His Powerful New Look

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming film ‘KING’ has been making headlines for months. Now, actor Abhishek Bachchan has confirmed that his new mature look is a part of this much-anticipated project, exciting fans across the country.

Abhishek Confirms His Role

In a recent interview, Abhishek Bachchan spoke about his transformed appearance, clarifying that it is specifically for ‘KING’. While he shared some details about his look, he refrained from revealing further information about his character. Fans have reacted positively to his new style, praising his charisma and expressing excitement over his role in the film.

Star-Studded Cast

‘KING’, directed by Siddharth Anand, promises a high-octane action thriller experience. Alongside Shah Rukh Khan in the lead, the film will feature Suhaana Khan, Deepika Padukone, Arshad Warsi, Jaideep Ahlawat, Raghav Juyal, and Saurabh Shukla in pivotal roles. Reports also mention appearances by veteran actors Anil Kapoor and Rani Mukerji. Notably, this will mark Suhaana Khan’s big-screen debut.

Abhishek Bachchan’s father, Amitabh Bachchan, had previously wished him luck on social media, hinting at his role in the film, writing, “All the best, Abhishek… the time has come!”

Film Highlights

Produced by Red Chillies Entertainment, ‘KING’ is slated for a 24 December 2026 theatrical release. The movie follows Shah Rukh Khan’s successful collaborations with Siddharth Anand, including ‘Pathaan’, and is expected to deliver a mix of action, thrill, and style.

The film is also notable for bringing back the beloved Shah Rukh Khan–Deepika Padukone pairing, which audiences have enjoyed in blockbusters such as ‘Om Shanti Om’, ‘Chennai Express’, ‘Pathaan’, and ‘Jawan’.

Shah Rukh Khan’s Recent Work

Shah Rukh Khan was last seen on the big screen in ‘Dunki’ (2023), directed by Rajkumar Hirani, co-starring Taapsee Pannu, Vicky Kaushal, and Boman Irani. Since the release of ‘Dunki’, anticipation for his next action-packed venture, ‘KING’, has been building steadily, especially after a promotional video was shared on his 60th birthday last year.

Fans are eagerly awaiting this action-packed spectacle, which promises high drama, style, and edge-of-the-seat entertainment.