Could King bring together not one, but two nostalgic reunions? Siddharth Anand’s much-awaited action thriller, headlined by Shah Rukh Khan, is already generating considerable buzz for its ensemble cast. Now, reports suggest that Rani Mukerji and Abhishek Bachchan could reunite on screen in the film, nearly two decades after they last shared the frame in the 2007 Laaga Chunari Mein Daag.
According to a report by mid-day, Rani and Abhishek may not merely appear together in King but could also be paired opposite each other. If the development materialises, it would add another layer of nostalgia to a film that is already bringing together several familiar faces from different phases of Bollywood.
Rani and Abhishek may not merely appear together in Shah Rukh Khan’s King but could also be paired opposite each other.
have previously shared the screen in films including Bas Itna Sa Khwab Hai (2001), Yuva (2004), Bunty Aur Babli (2005), Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006) and Laaga Chunari Mein Daag (2007). Their collaborations have ranged from romance and comedy to ensemble dramas, making their reported reunion in King an interesting prospect.
Reports also suggest that Abhishek is set to play the antagonist in the Shah Rukh Khan-led actioner. Details about his character have been closely guarded, and there has been no official confirmation about whether his role will have a romantic connection with Rani’s character.
Meanwhile, Rani herself is set for another significant reunion in King. The actor is reportedly returning to the screen alongside Shah Rukh Khan nearly 20 years after their last major collaboration in Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006). Their pairing has remained popular among Bollywood audiences, having previously appeared together in films such as Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Veer-Zaara and Paheli.
King is shaping up as an expansive ensemble featuring Shah Rukh Khan, Suhana Khan, Deepika Padukone, Anil Kapoor and Jackie Shroff, alongside the reported additions of Rani and Abhishek
King is shaping up as an expansive ensemble featuring Shah Rukh Khan, Suhana Khan, Deepika Padukone, Anil Kapoor and Jackie Shroff, alongside the reported additions of Rani and Abhishek. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the film is expected to blend high-octane action with an emotional family-driven narrative.
Directed by Siddharth Anand and produced by Red Chillies Entertainment and Marflix Pictures, King is reportedly being mounted on a staggering budget of Rs 400 crore. With Shah Rukh Khan leading an ensemble packed with major names, expectations surrounding the action thriller are already sky-high. Reports also state that the all-India theatrical distribution rights of King have reportedly been sold for a record Rs 250 crore. According to a report by Bollywood Hungama, Pen Marudhar has acquired the all-India theatrical distribution rights of King for a whopping Rs 250 crore. The deal is being reported as one of the biggest theatrical distribution agreements of the year, reflecting the enormous commercial expectations surrounding the Shah Rukh Khan starrer.