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Who will join Shah Rukh in 'King': Deepika or Kareena
'King' may feature either Deepika or Kareena

Who will join Shah Rukh in 'King': Deepika or Kareena

Mar 13, 2025
10:17 am

What's the story

While Shah Rukh Khan's upcoming film, King, has already been creating immense buzz, reports of either Deepika Padukone or Kareena Kapoor Khan (44) making a cameo have taken it a notch higher. According to Pinkvilla, the makers are contemplating one of these two Bollywood divas to make a special appearance in the film. Interestingly, both Padukone (39) and Kapoor Khan are Khan's (59) frequent collaborators. However, there has been no official confirmation yet.

Star cast

Khan's 'King' to feature Suhana, Abhay Verma, Abhishek Bachchan

King will see Khan's daughter, Suhana Khan, in a pivotal role. Abhay Verma, who impressed the audience with Munjya, will also play an important role. The film will reunite Khan and Siddharth Anand, who directed Pathaan. Abhishek Bachchan will reportedly play the antagonist and will undergo a significant physical transformation for his role.

Film details

Khan's excitement for 'King' and collaboration with Anand

Speaking at the Locarno Film Festival, Khan had said he was excited about King, which he described as an action drama he had wanted to do for years. He had said that the right choice was brought on board to bring emotionality to the film. Later, at an event in Abu Dhabi, Khan said, "I will be shooting it for a couple of months. My director is very strict."

Previous collaborations

Khan's collaboration with Padukone and Kapoor in past films

Notably, both Padukone and Kapoor have collaborated with Khan in the past. Padukone made her Bollywood debut opposite Khan in Om Shanti Om (2007) and later starred opposite him in Jawan, Pathaan, Happy New Year, and Chennai Express. Kapoor, on the other hand, has worked with Khan in films like Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Don, and Ra.One.