Shah Rukh Khan declines cameo in Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 to focus on King? Here’s what we know! Shah Rukh Khan has politely declined a cameo appearance in Jailer 2, starring Rajinikanth, as he is currently focusing entirely on his upcoming film King. For the unversed, the makers of Jailer 2 had approached Shah Rukh Khan for a cameo. While the actor was open to the idea initially, he eventually stepped away from the appearance due to scheduling priorities and his commitment to maintaining exclusivity around his look and presence in King. A source quoted in a Pinkvilla report said, “The makers were keen to have Shah Rukh Khan onboard for a 5-day cameo, and he was absolutely open to the idea. However, his current focus remains firmly on King, which holds immense importance for him, especially as it marks his daughter Suhana Khan’s big-screen launch. ”The source further added that Shah Rukh Khan requested whether the release timeline of Jailer 2 could be aligned after King, as he wanted his on-screen appearance in the latter to remain exclusive. “He has a certain look in King, and he doesn’t want to have the same in any other film before,” the source said. The report also mentioned that Jailer 2 is currently being planned for an August release window, whereas King is scheduled to arrive in theatres in December 2026. Due to the difference in timelines, both sides reportedly decided to move ahead amicably without the cameo. Despite stepping away from the appearance, Shah Rukh K... #Shah #Khan #Rukh_Khan #Shah_Rukh #Rukh #cameo #King #Suhana_Khan #Jailer #Khan_declines

Shah Rukh Khan adds the Rs 1.40 Crore Mercedes-Benz V-Class luxury MPV to his jaw-dropping garage If there is one man in India who knows how to travel in style befitting a king, it is Shah Rukh Khan. The Badshah of Bollywood has just added another crown jewel to his already staggering automotive empire the all-new Mercedes-Benz V-Class luxury MPV, priced at Rs 1. 40 crore. The gleaming Obsidian Black beauty was spotted parked outside SRK's temporary residence, Puja Casa, confirming what fans and car enthusiasts had been buzzing about for days. Khan, who is currently staying at Puja Casa while his iconic Bandra bungalow Mannat undergoes renovation, was seen alongside his celebrated interior designer and wife Gauri Khan at the time of delivery a fitting detail, given that the V-Class markets itself as a "private suite on wheels. " With Gauri's impeccable taste in luxury spaces, it is no surprise the couple gravitated towards this rolling masterpiece of German engineering. Interestingly, SRK joins an elite club of early adopters for this newly launched MPV in India. Cricketer Hardik Pandya and his girlfriend Mahieka Sharma were among the first in the country to take delivery of the V-Class, making Shah Rukh one of the inaugural buyers of what is already being dubbed India's most desirable luxury people-mover. Bookings for the model opened in early March, with deliveries commencing towards the end of the month making SRK's acquisition one of the very first in the country. So,... #Rukh_Khan #Shah_Rukh #luxury_MPV #Mercedes-Benz_V-Class #Puja_Casa #jaw-dropping_garage #style_befitting #Crore_Mercedes-Benz #Khan_adds #V-Class_luxury

Ahmed Khan reveals ambitious new plan for Akshay Kumar starrer Welcome To The Jungle; shift grand sets to Mumbai The ongoing geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran appear to be impacting Bollywood schedules, with yet another big-ticket film altering its plans. After reports of Shah Rukh Khan’s King calling off its Dubai shoot, the makers of Welcome To The Jungle, led by Akshay Kumar, have also cancelled their planned schedule in the UAE. The team, which includes an ensemble cast featuring Raveena Tandon, Disha Patani, Arshad Warsi, Jacqueline Fernandez, Lara Dutta, and Shreyas Talpade among others, was initially set to fly to Dubai for a lavish song shoot. However, with the situation not stabilising, the makers have now opted to shift the entire schedule to Mumbai. According to a report by Mid-Day, a source revealed, “Elaborate sets will be put up in Madh Island, Golden Tobacco Studio, and Film City in Goregaon. Created by production designer Sailesh Mhadik, the sets will depict nightclubs, casinos, and private jets. Ahmed and producer Firoz A. Nadiadwala essentially imagined it as a glamorous song that shows how the rich live the good life. That’s why Dubai would have been the perfect location. The unit waited for a month for things to settle down there, but when they didn’t, they shifted the location. ”Confirming the development, director Ahmed Khan shared insights into the revised plan and the scale of the shoot now being mounted in Mumbai. “Producer Firoz A... #Akshay_Kumar #Rukh_Khan #Kumar_starrer #geopolitical_tensions #impacting_Bollywood #Bollywood_schedules #Khan_reveals #Ahmed_Khan #reveals_ambitious #ongoing_geopolitical

Shoot of Shah Rukh Khan’s King in Dubai cancelled amid Middle East tensions, desert sequence shifted to Mumbai: Report The upcoming action entertainer King, directed by Siddharth Anand and headlined by Shah Rukh Khan, has reportedly undergone a change in its filming schedule after a planned Dubai shoot was cancelled due to the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. According to a report by Mid-Day, a desert action sequence featuring Anil Kapoor and Suhana Khan was originally scheduled to be filmed in Dubai beginning April 9. The schedule was expected to last about a week and the team had already secured the required permissions to shoot in the emirate. However, the plan was revised keeping safety considerations in mind. A source told the publication, “The team had procured the necessary permissions to shoot in the emirate. It was supposed to be a week-long schedule from April 9. But given the dynamic situation in the region, the makers decided not to take any risk with the cast and crew's safety. ”Following the change in plans, the makers have reportedly recreated the desert set at a studio in Mumbai’s Vile Parle to continue filming without disruption. The same source stated that the production team has mounted the sequence on a large scale to match the director’s vision. “They've gone all out to match the scale that Siddharth envisioned for the set-piece. In fact, this gives them more control over action beats and lighting. The sequence begins with a chase... #Rukh_Khan #Shah_Rukh #Middle_East #East_tensions #amid_Middle #Suhana_Khan #Siddharth_Anand #entertainer_King #Dubai_cancelled #planned_Dubai

Here’s why Shah Rukh Khan’s body double is shooting Thums Up advertisement A video gone viral shows the Shah Rukh Khan’s lookalike Ibrahim Qadri shooting for a Thums Up advertisement. Interestingly, SRK is the brand ambassador for this beverage. So why is his duplicate shooting an ad where he strikes a typical SRK pose while swigging on the drink?Some digging reveals that Qadri is filling in for SRK. “Basically this is a dummy shoot where the duplicate stands in for the star. Shah Rukh will replace the dummy as soon as he his dates are available,” an insider informed. View this post on Instagram A post shared by BollyGup (@bollygupsip) Superstar Shah Rukh Khan has many duplicates. One of them is Ibrahim Qadri, who keeps on sharing pictures and videos imitating the actor. Also Read: Shah Rukh Khan, Suhana Khan wrap eight-night-long Vijayadashami action sequence for King: Report... #Shah #Khan #Rukh_Khan #Shah_Rukh #Rukh #shooting_Thums #Thums #Ibrahim_Qadri #body_double #viral_shows

Shah Rukh Khan, Suhana Khan wrap eight-night-long Vijayadashami action sequence for King: Report Ever since its announcement, King has remained one of the most closely followed upcoming projects in Hindi cinema. The film recently completed filming of a major action sequence featuring Shah Rukh Khan and his daughter Suhana Khan, set against the backdrop of a large-scale Vijayadashami celebration. According to a report by Mid-Day, the sequence was designed to recreate the scale and atmosphere of a traditional Vijayadashami procession. A source quoted by the publication said, “The team recreated the scale and energy of a Vijayadashami procession with drums, colours, and the frenzy that is seen on the immersion day. ”The scene reportedly involved a large crowd setup, with hundreds of background performers taking part in the shoot. The father-daughter duo filmed the elaborate action set piece across eight nights. The source also revealed that Suhana performed several stunts for the sequence, marking one of the more physically demanding portions of her role in the film. King has generated significant attention since early development. The buzz around the project began in January 2024 when producer Sajid Nadiadwala reportedly gave the film’s title to Shah Rukh Khan. Later, in August 2024, the actor confirmed that the project would be his next film. Initially, Sujoy Ghosh was attached to direct the film. However, the project later saw Siddharth Anand—who previously collaborate... #Khan #Rukh_Khan #Shah_Rukh #Hindi_cinema #Suhana_Khan #Khan_wrap #action_sequence #Vijayadashami_procession #Vijayadashami_action #Vijayadashami

Shah Rukh Khan starrer In Which Annie Gives It Those Ones, Massey Sahib to Screen at Red Lorry retrospective The Red Lorry Film Festival, India’s premier destination for world cinema, will present a special retrospective honouring acclaimed filmmaker Pradip Krishen, spotlighting his rare and influential body of work. Titled A Retrospective Celebrating Filmmaker Pradip Krishen, the showcase will revisit three of Krishen’s most distinctive films: In Which Annie Gives It Those Ones, Electric Moon, and Massey Sahib, offering audiences a chance to experience his sharp storytelling. Pradip Krishen remains one of Indian cinema’s most original filmmakers. His campus cult classic In Which Annie Gives It Those Ones, written by Arundhati Roy captured the spirit of 1970s Delhi student life with wit and quiet rebellion. His debut feature Massey Sahib earned international acclaim and launched the career of Raghuvir Yadav, while Electric Moon stood out for its satirical take on post colonial India. Beyond cinema, Krishen stepped away from filmmaking to become one of India’s leading naturalists. Ashish Saksena, COO Cinemas, BookMyShow and Festival Director, Red Lorry Film Festival, said, “Pradip Krishen’s films occupy a special place in Indian cinema for their originality, intelligence and cultural depth. Through this retrospective, we are proud to bring his landmark works back to the big screen for new and longtime audiences of the Red Lorry Film Festival. ”“This is a pinch-me-to-see-if... #Film_Festival #Rukh_Khan #Shah_Rukh #Khan_starrer #Pradip_Krishen #Massey_Sahib #Red_Lorry #filmmaker_Pradip #Lorry_Film #Krishen

SCOOP: Ranveer Singh cites Baiju Bawra 'no compensation' experience in Don 3 showdown; brings up Shah Rukh Khan angle over Rs. 40 cr demand Yesterday, Bollywood Hungama reported on what happened at the meeting between Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani of Excel Entertainment and Ranveer Singh after the latter walked out of Don 3. Both parties blamed each other for various reasons. Bollywood Hungama had earlier reported the key developments from the meeting in detail. Now, a reliable source has revealed another important point that was discussed. The source told Bollywood Hungama, “The bone of contention was that Ranveer Singh should pay Rs. 40 crores to Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani for the losses incurred in the pre-production of the film. Ranveer argued that he was not liable to pay as he had not taken a single paisa from the producers. Hence, paying back such a hefty amount was out of the question. ”The source continued, “Ranveer Singh also pointed out that he was to work in a film called Baiju Bawra, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. He prepped for the challenging role for almost a year and turned down several films as a result. Ultimately, Baiju Bawra was shelved and Sanjay Leela Bhansali then began working on Love & War, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal. Ranveer revealed that he was not compensated for the year he spent preparing for the role. He further argued that it’s the nature of the business – at times, films don’t get made or... #Singh_cites #Rukh_Khan #Shah_Rukh #Bollywood_Hungama #Ranveer_Singh #Excel_Entertainment #Khan_angle #Baiju_Bawra #Farhan_Akhtar #Ritesh_Sidhwani

Farah Khan develops double-role concept for Shah Rukh Khan in Main Hoon Na 2: Report After the anticipation around Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming film King reaches its peak, fresh reports suggest that the actor’s next project could be a sequel to one of his most beloved films, Main Hoon Na. According to an exclusive from Pinkvilla, discussions between Khan and filmmaker Farah Khan are progressing, pointing to Main Hoon Na 2 as a strong contender for his post-King slate. Shah Rukh Khan and Farah Khan to reunite If realised, this sequel would mark a reunion between Shah Rukh Khan and Farah Khan after nearly 12 years. Their collaborations in the past — including Om Shanti Om (2007) and Happy New Year (2014) — delivered significant box office results and helped define the commercial cinema of their respective eras. Sources quoted in the report say Farah Khan has devised an “exciting double-role concept” specifically for Khan. “Farah Khan has cracked an exciting double-role concept for Shah Rukh Khan, which has excited the superstar,” one insider told Pinkvilla. “The idea is said to elevate the emotion and entertainment quotient of the sequel, while SRK will explore two contrasting characters. ” Main Hoon Na original cast to return for sequel According to the report, the sequel will retain the emotional core of the original while expanding its scope. The central narrative is expected to revolve around a new threat to India, blending elements of patriotism with action and comedy... #Khan #Rukh_Khan #Farah_Khan #Main_Hoon #Shah_Rukh #film_King #King_reaches #Farah #Rukh #Hoon
