Overview
- Entertainment outlets reported Wednesday that the sequel’s script is finished and Shah Rukh Khan would shift to it after wrapping King, with filming targeted for next year.
- Reports say Khan will reunite with director Atlee for the follow-up, subject to schedules lining up.
- The team is said to be scouting an A-list South Indian star to play the primary antagonist.
- No official announcement has come from Khan or Atlee, so the timeline and casting remain tentative.
- Jawan released in 2023, became one of India’s top grossers, and won two National Awards including Khan’s first Best Actor, creating a strong case for a franchise.