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Shakti Shalini Shifts Release to Avoid SRK's 'King'
17 May
Summary
- Shakti Shalini delays December 24, 2026, release for January 2027.
- Aneet Padda stars as protective Shakti and sinister Shalini.
- Film draws from Bengali mythology's battle of good versus evil.
The theatrical release of Aneet Padda's supernatural thriller 'Shakti Shalini' is being rescheduled. The film was initially slated for December 24, 2026, but producers are now aiming for an early January 2027 window.
This decision comes to avoid a direct box office confrontation with Shah Rukh Khan's major action film, 'King'. By vacating the crowded holiday slot, 'Shakti Shalini' aims to secure better screen placements and avoid being overshadowed.
The film draws deeply from Bengali folklore and mythology, portraying an epic struggle between good and evil. Aneet Padda is set to embody two distinct characters: Shakti, a divine protector, and Shalini, a malevolent supernatural entity.
This tactical shift's final approval may also consider the box office performance of the upcoming 'Cocktail 2'. The film is a significant addition to the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe.
