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Akshay Oberoi Confirms Role in Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘King’

Industry reports describe a big-budget Siddharth Anand action vehicle targeting a 2026 release.

Overview

  • Akshay Oberoi confirmed his casting, calling the opportunity a dream come true and noting it is his third collaboration with Siddharth Anand.
  • Production is underway with Shah Rukh Khan headlining alongside Suhana Khan and an ensemble reported to include Deepika Padukone, Rani Mukerji, Abhishek Bachchan and Jaideep Ahlawat.
  • Red Chillies Entertainment and Marflix Pictures revealed the title and an action-focused first look on November 2, presented by director Siddharth Anand.
  • Media reports cite an estimated budget near ₹350 crore and plans for six large-scale action sequences, details not officially confirmed by the producers.
  • A theatrical rollout is planned for 2026, with the exact release date yet to be announced.