Shah Rukh Khan Confirms *King* Release Date Amid Avengers Doomsday Rivalry
· Entertainment · Indian Express, Bollywood Hungama
Shah Rukh Khan has reaffirmed that *King*—his highly anticipated film directed by Siddharth Anand—will release on **December 24**, despite competing with Marvel’s *Avengers: Doomsday* (December 18). In an AMA session, SRK humorously dismissed concerns about box office overlap, comparing his film to the ‘tasty filling’ of a sandwich, while also teasing a final touch-up by Arijit Singh on the soundtrack. The film, which stars Deepika Padukone and Rani Mukerji, follows SRK’s 2023 hits *Pathaan*, *Jawan*, and *Dunki*, marking his first major release since 2023. Fans had speculated about a release date shift due to the Hollywood blockbuster’s proximity, but SRK’s response—‘Pehle to Baap hi ayega beta!!!’—left no room for doubt. The film’s promotional timeline remains tight, with the last teaser released in **November 2025** and no new visuals announced yet.
Why it matters
Fans and industry observers are closely watching *King*’s box office performance, given SRK’s dominance in Indian cinema and the film’s star-studded cast. A strong opening could reaffirm his commercial appeal post-*Dunki*, while competition with *Avengers: Doomsday*—a global tentpole—may impact domestic ticket sales. The release also tests whether Indian audiences prioritize local blockbusters over Hollywood releases during peak festive season demand.
Read the original report — Indian Express
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