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Shah Rukh Khan in King Photograph: (X/Shah Rukh Khan)
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s much-awaited King is shaping up to be nothing short of monumental. What started as a stylish action thriller has evolved into a cinematic behemoth. With Siddharth Anand at the helm and SRK in full throttle, the film is touted to redefine Indian action cinema.
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According to reports, sources confirm that King, also starring Suhana Khan, now boasts a massive budget of Rs 350 crores, excluding promotional and distribution costs - making it India’s costliest action film ever.
From Modest Origins to Mega Vision
Initially conceived with Sujoy Ghosh as director and SRK in an extended cameo, King was planned as a Rs 150-crore project. But destiny had grander plans. When Siddharth Anand came aboard, the film’s scale exploded.
According to a report by Bollywood Hungama, a close insider revealed, “SRK is a producer who loves to spend and treat the audience with the richest visuals on spectacle. He gave Sid a free hand, and the director came back with a budget of Rs. 350 crores.”
That freedom allowed Siddharth to craft something truly unparalleled.
Six Dazzling Action Sequences- A Feast for the Eyes!
Further, the source revealed that every frame of King aims for global standards. “King is a global film made in India. What takes millions of dollars for the West to execute, Siddharth Anand is aiming to do the same at 1/5th the cost,” shared the source.
The film reportedly features six meticulously designed action sequences, each crafted for maximum cinematic impact.
“Three of them are shot at real locations, while the balance three will be canned on the sets,” the source added.
SRK’s Bold New Look Captivates Fans
On SRK’s 60th birthday, the makers treated fans to the first look of King and it was pure fire. Sporting a salt-and-pepper beard, stylish sunglasses, a rugged physique, and signature SRK attitude, the superstar’s transformation instantly took the internet by storm. His new avatar screams authority, mystery, and power- everything you’d expect from the King himself.
'Leaked Plot' Teases Dual Timelines!
The buzz around King only intensified after reports suggested a dual-timeline narrative. According to India Today, SRK will portray the same character across two distinct phases of life. In his younger years, he’s said to lock horns with Raghav Juyal, while the older King faces a formidable adversary played by Abhishek Bachchan. This layered narrative, combined with explosive action and emotional depth, promises a cinematic experience unlike any other.
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Countdown to a Blockbuster
With colossal expectations, grand production values, and a dream team led by Siddharth Anand, Gauri Khan, and Mamta Anand, King is one of Bollywood’s most ambitious ventures yet. Set for a 2026 release, this mega-action thriller is poised to make audiences worldwide bow before the King once again.
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