King Latest Update: Deepika Padukone to Star with Shah Rukh Khan, Shoot Begins Soon

Shah Rukh Khan is set to return to the big screen with the action thriller "King," directed by Siddharth Anand The film's pre-production work is progressing rapidly, and shooting is scheduled to begin in Mumbai on May 18.

Deepika Padukone will star alongside Shah Rukh Khan in the film Initially, there were scheduling conflicts due to her personal commitments, but adjustments in the film's timeline allowed her to join the cast.

Deepika's role in "King" is described as an extended cameo, requiring a 10 to 12-day shoot, which she will complete in October Her involvement adds star power to the film.

There are rumors of another significant role in the movie, potentially involving Amitabh Bachchan, although this has not been confirmed yet

The cast of "King" includes notable actors such as Abhishek Bachchan, Suhana Khan, Abhay Verma, Arshad Warsi, and Jaideep Ahlawat, with no further details on their specific roles

The film "King" is being produced by Shah Rukh Khan's Red Chillies Entertainment in collaboration with Siddharth Anand and Mamta Anand's Marflix production company

The music and background score for "King" are being composed by Anirudh, and the action sequences are being designed by a team of top talents

The project initially had Sujoy Ghosh as the director, but Siddharth Anand took over the reins, ensuring the film's development continues smoothly