Shah Rukh Khan’s KING to release on 24th December; makers share latest promo: Watch

The powerful imagery and strong visual language have further fueled fan excitement, as the King is now ready to roar at the end of the year, just 11 months from now.

• KING starring Shah Rukh Khan to release on 24 December 2026
• SRK unveils fierce new look in KING, fueling fan excitement
• Film also stars Suhana Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Abhishek Bachchan

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The end of 2026 has officially been earmarked by KING, with the film set to release on Christmas, 24th December 2026. The timing positions KING as a film that will close the year on a high note and usher in 2027 with a bang.

The announcement, made by Shah Rukh Khan and director Siddharth Anand, comes on the eve of the third anniversary of Pathaan, adding to the excitement surrounding the blockbuster duo's reunion.

Alongside the release date, the makers have given fans a deeper look into the world of KING, showcasing Shah Rukh Khan in a bold, fierce new avatar set against stunning landscapes and striking visuals.

The powerful imagery and strong visual language have further fueled fan excitement, as the King is now ready to roar at the end of the year, just 11 months from now.

Taking to Instagram, Shah Rukh shared the new promo video along with the caption, "#KING is Ready to ROAR on 24.12.2026 in Cinemas. #ItsKingTime #KingDateAnnouncement"

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The electrifying title reveal, dropped on 2nd November to mark Shah Rukh Khan’s birthday, introduced his silver-haired, action-driven look, an SRK-special theme song, and a striking dialogue delivered by SRK: “Darr nahi, Dehshat hoon,” setting off a frenzy across media platforms. With the date reveal, anticipation for the film continues to soar.

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Produced by Red Chillies Entertainment and Marflix Pictures, KING is shaping up to be the most awaited big-screen spectacle of 2026.

Apart from Shah Rukh Khan, the film reportedly stars his daughter Suhana Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, Abhay Verma, Rani Mukerji, and Raghav Juyal.