King Is NOT Being Postponed, Will Release on Christmas as Planned
Speculation had been building over the past few days that Shah Rukh Khan’s much-awaited film ‘King’ might see its release pushed back. As per our sources, those rumours can now be put to rest - the makers have no plans to alter the schedule, and the film remains on track for its Christmas (December 24, 2026) release. This comes as a relief to fans who had been closely tracking the buzz around a possible delay.
Just One Short Schedule Left, Wrapping in September
According to our sources, principal photography on ‘King’ is almost done, with only one schedule of about 5 days remaining. This final leg of shooting is expected to be wrapped up in September, after which the film will move fully into post-production. The tight, well-defined remaining schedule suggests the makers are confident about hitting their Christmas release target without any last-minute compromises.
New King Poster Arriving November 2
Another big update on ‘King’: as per our sources, a brand-new poster will be unveiled on November 2, and the design has already been locked. The poster is said to lean into a far more intense and dangerous avatar for Shah Rukh Khan:
• SRK is seen holding a gun in his hand
• He’s positioned in/around a trolley
• The trolley carries bold text that reads “Do Not Open”
• The overall mood of the poster is being described as “Ruthless”
This visual direction lines up with the dark, high-stakes tone the makers have been building since the film’s title reveal and teaser.
King: Quick Facts
• Director: Siddharth Anand
• Cast: Shah Rukh Khan, Suhana Khan, Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Arshad Warsi, Rani Mukerji
• Production: Red Chillies Entertainment and Marflix Pictures
• Release Date: December 24, 2026 (Christmas)
With the film’s scale and hype only growing, it’s good news for fans that the release date remains untouched. All eyes are now on November 2, when Shah Rukh Khan’s new “Ruthless” look is set to go live.
Frequently Asked Questions About Shah Rukh Khan’s King
When is Shah Rukh Khan's King releasing?
King is scheduled to release in cinemas on December 24, 2026. The date has been officially announced by Red Chillies Entertainment.
Is King postponed to 2027?
No. Current reports indicate that King is still scheduled for December 24, 2026.
Who is the director of King?
Siddharth Anand is directing King.
Who stars in King?
The cast includes Shah Rukh Khan, Suhana Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Rani Mukerji, Jaideep Ahlawat, Arshad Warsi, Raghav Juyal, Saurabh Shukla and Abhay Verma, among others.
Is Deepika Padukone in King?
Yes. Deepika Padukone is listed among the cast of King.
Is Suhana Khan in King?
Yes. Suhana Khan is part of the cast.
Will King clash with Avengers: Doomsday?
Yes. King is scheduled for December 24, 2026, while Avengers: Doomsday is scheduled for December 18, creating a major Christmas-period box-office competition.
Who produced King?
The production credits include Gauri Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, Siddharth Anand and Mamta Anand, with Red Chillies Entertainment and Marflix Pictures associated with the film.
What is the genre of King?
King is primarily described as an action thriller, with IMDb also categorizing it under Action, Epic, Romance and Thriller.
When will the King trailer release?
A definitive official trailer date is not established in the available information. The promotional campaign is expected to intensify ahead of the December 24 theatrical release.
Final Verdict: Is King Still Releasing on December 24, 2026?
Yes. As of the latest available information, Shah Rukh Khan's King remains scheduled for December 24, 2026.
Despite the proximity of Avengers: Doomsday and other major holiday releases, the makers have shown no current indication that they intend to move the film.
(Poster details in this report are based on insider sources and are yet to be officially confirmed by the makers. This piece will be updated once an official announcement is made.)
