King: Did Siddharth Anand Dismiss Reports On Shah Rukh Khan Starrer Cost Rs 450 Cr? Here’s What We Know

There has been considerable buzz online about Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming film King, especially regarding its reported budget. Rumours suggest that the film, which features a star-studded cast including Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, Rani Mukerji, and others, is being mounted on an astonishing budget of Rs 450 crore. This speculation gained traction after a Bollywood Hungama report claimed that King is one of the most expensive films of Shah Rukh Khan’s career. Scroll down to read the full story below.

Siddharth Anand Dismisses Reports Of Shah Rukh Khan-Led King Being Made On Rs 450 Cr Budget

However, director Siddharth Anand has publicly dismissed these reports, posting simply “False” on his social media handle. There was no specification that he was addressing. Fans and netizens quickly interpreted this as a clarification to the swirling rumours about the film’s high budget.

False

— Siddharth Anand (@justSidAnand) July 8, 2026

As per the report, the source claimed that King started as an action thriller but evolved into a tentpole spectacle with some of the most ambitious action sequences designed to provide an “uncompromised cinematic experience.” It was also alleged that the budget mentioned does not include print, publicity, or marketing expenses.

About KING And Its BO Clashes

King marks Shah Rukh Khan’s return to the big screen after a three-year hiatus. Shooting reportedly began in May 2025 and is expected to conclude by August 2026, with filming taking place across India and international locations. The film is also generating buzz because it is said to be the first big-screen project featuring Shah Rukh Khan and his daughter Suhana Khan, who is rumoured to play his on-screen daughter.

The movie is scheduled for release on December 24, just ahead of the Christmas holiday season. Interestingly, it will face stiff competition at the box office from the releases of Dune: Part Three and Avengers: Doomsday, both arriving in theatres on December 18. While the true budget details remain unconfirmed, the excitement around King continues to build, given its star cast, ambitious scope, and strategic release date.

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