Why is Rajkummar Rao Excited About Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘King’?
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Mumbai, Nov 2 (NationPress) On Sunday, Rajkummar Rao expressed his joy on social media as he commemorated Shah Rukh Khan’s 60th birthday with a touching message.
In a display of admiration for the cinematic icon, the 'Stree' star conveyed his enthusiasm for SRK’s forthcoming film “King” and extended his gratitude for being a continuous source of motivation through his unwavering commitment to film. Sharing a heartwarming video montage from the Filmfare Awards on Instagram, the ‘Stree’ actor showcased cherished moments alongside Shah Rukh Khan.
The video features the duo gleefully dancing to the legendary track “Chaiyya Chaiyya”. Additionally, it highlights a memorable instance from the 2025 Filmfare Awards, where Shah Rukh applauded Rajkummar’s performance in “Srikanth,” describing it as “outstanding” and “truly deserved.” Rao, who earned the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actor for the film, received heartfelt congratulations from the superstar on stage before joining him and other stars in an exuberant dance.
In his caption, the ‘Newton’ actor wrote, “Happy birthday @iamsrk sir. Thank you for being You and for all the love and support over the years. May God bless you always, and may you continue to grace us with exceptional films while inspiring us through your work. Eagerly waiting for the blockbuster #King now.”
Coincidentally, Director Sidharth Anand celebrated SRK’s birthday with a thrilling teaser of “King.” The teaser captivated social media moments after its release, presenting the superstar in a dramatically dark and intense role.
With silver hair and a blood-stained visage, the ‘Kuch Kuc Hota Hai’ star emanates a sense of menace as he traverses a path of devastation, holding a King of Hearts card that he flips toward the camera while delivering an eerie monologue. Filled with stunning visuals and an air of intrigue, the teaser hints at an entirely new dimension of Shah Rukh Khan.
“King” also stars SRK’s daughter Suhana Khan, Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, Arshad Warsi, and Anil Kapoor. This action-packed thriller is slated for release in 2026.