King Confirmed Release Date Announced: Makers Unveil SRK’s First Glimpse; Here’s When Film Will Hit Theatres

King Release Date Announcement: Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan-starrer King, one of the biggest Bollywood releases lined up for 2026, has officially locked its theatrical release date. The makers of the much-anticipated action entertainer have unveiled the film's first glimpse featuring SRK, sending fans into a frenzy.

Are you wondering when Shah Rukh Khan starrer King will finally hit the theatres? Well, Filmibeat has fetched all the related information for you here.

SHAH RUKH KHAN ANNOUNCES KING RELEASE DATE WITH HIS FIRST GLIMPSE

SRK's much-awaited film King has officially locked its theatrical release date, and it is set to arrive at the end of 2026. With this announcement, the makers have positioned King as one of the biggest year-end releases, expected to close 2026 on a high note and carry strong momentum into the new year.

The release date has been revealed by Shah Rukh Khan along with director Siddharth Anand, marking another major collaboration between the blockbuster duo. The timing of the announcement has added to the buzz, as it coincides with the third anniversary of Pathaan, a film that played a key role in SRK's massive box-office comeback.

Adding to the excitement, the makers have also shared a striking glimpse from King, offering audiences a sneak peek into its intense world. The visuals present Shah Rukh Khan in a powerful and fearless avatar, set against grand backdrops and visually rich frames. The strong imagery hints at a high-scale cinematic experience and has quickly grabbed attention online.

Taking to social media, SRK announced the release date of King and wrote, "#KING is Ready to ROAR on 24.12.2026 in Cinemas." Yes, you read that right! The film is set to arrive during the festive Christmas window on December 24, 2026. You can take a look at the announcement video here:

HERE'S WHAT WE KNOW ABOUT KING: CAST & OTHER DEETS

Buzz around the film has been growing ever since its title was officially unveiled on November 2, a date that also marked Shah Rukh Khan's birthday, making the announcement even more special for fans. While not much is yet revealed about the plot, the film will mark the theatrical debut of SRK's daughter Suhana Khan.

While Abhishek Bachchan is said to be playing the main antagonist, King also features Deepika Padukone, Munjya fame Abhay Verma, Raghav Juyal, and Akshay Oberoi in key roles.