King Sets Record: Shah Rukh Khan’s Film Crosses ₹450 Crore Budget Mark

Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming film King is making headlines for its staggering production budget, which has reportedly exceeded ₹450 crore setting a new benchmark in the superstar’s career. With this figure, King has outstripped the budgets of both Jawan and Pathaan, demonstrating an unprecedented scale for a Hindi action thriller.

Director Siddharth Anand, who recently delivered big-ticket hits, is at the helm of this ambitious project. The production has spanned over 150 days, with filming taking place across various international locations. This global approach, alongside action sequences crafted by top international stunt teams, has contributed to the ballooning costs. Shah Rukh Khan’s own Red Chillies Entertainment is handling the film’s visual effects, further amplifying the grandeur and technical sophistication.

The ensemble cast includes Suhana Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Rani Mukerji, and Arshad Warsi. The film’s mounting scale and star power have ignited significant social media buzz, especially with its planned release during Christmas 2026. As per sources, "the budget has gone up because of the film’s extensive production."

With post-production and final schedules underway, fans can expect King to be one of the most talked-about releases in the coming festive season, marking Shah Rukh Khan’s highly anticipated return to cinemas.