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SRK's 'King' Roars: Rs. 450 Cr Budget Shatters Records
8 Jul
Summary
- King's budget reportedly Rs. 450 crore, excluding fees and P&A.
- Filming spanned over 15 months globally with top stunt teams.
- The movie is set to be SRK's most expensive film to date.
Shah Rukh Khan's upcoming film, "King," directed by Siddharth Anand, has become his most expensive production, with an astounding budget reported at Rs. 450 crores. This figure excludes promotional costs and the superstar's acting fees, underscoring the film's massive scale. Filming commenced in May 2025 and concluded by August 2026, spanning over a year and three months of intensive global shooting.
The production involved extensive work in numerous international locations, engaging some of the world's leading stunt choreography teams. The film's ambition, driven by both Khan and Anand, has elevated it into a tentpole action thriller, featuring grand action sequences. Red Chillies Entertainment is handling the complex visual effects, ensuring a state-of-the-art presentation.
With "King," Shah Rukh Khan aims to elevate the standards of action cinema in India even further. This Rs. 450 crore project surpasses the budgets of his previous blockbusters, "Jawan" (approx. Rs. 400 crore) and "Pathaan" (Rs. 350 crore), signaling a new era for his filmography.
