Shah Rukh Khan Injured on "King" Set, Filming Halted

Shah Rukh Khan Injured on "King" Set, Filming Halted

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has reportedly sustained a muscular injury while filming an intense action sequence for his highly anticipated upcoming movie, "King." The incident occurred at the Golden Tobacco studio in Mumbai.

Details of the Injury and Recovery:

 

 Nature of Injury: Reports indicate Shah Rukh Khan suffered a muscular strain from performing a high-octane stunt. While sources clarify the injury is not serious, it necessitated urgent medical attention. It is speculated that this could be a resurfaced old injury, exacerbated by the cumulative stress of years of demanding stunt work.

 

 Treatment and Current Status: Following the incident, Shah Rukh Khan was flown to the United States for specialized medical treatment. After receiving care, he has since relocated to the United Kingdom, where he is currently recuperating with his family. Doctors have advised him a minimum of one month of rest to ensure a complete recovery.

Impact on "King" Production:

 

 Filming Postponed: The injury has caused a temporary halt in the production schedule for "King." All filming originally planned for July and August has been suspended.

 

 Resumption of Shoot: The next schedule is now anticipated to commence in September or October, contingent on Shah Rukh Khan's full recovery and readiness to return to set.

 

 European Schedule Delay: This setback has also reportedly postponed the film's extensive European schedule, which was slated to feature elaborate car chase sequences in iconic cities like Prague, Budapest, and Berlin.

About the Movie "King":

 Genre and Director: "King" is an action thriller directed by Siddharth Anand, renowned for helming blockbusters such as "Pathaan" and "War."

 

 Star Cast: The film has garnered significant buzz as it marks the big-screen debut of Shah Rukh Khan's daughter, Suhana Khan, who plays a pivotal co-starring role. The rumored ensemble cast also includes prominent names like Deepika Padukone, Rani Mukerji, Abhishek Bachchan, Jaideep Ahlawat, Anil Kapoor, Arshad Warsi, and Jackie Shroff.

 

 Filming Locations: The movie is planned to be shot in various locations across India and Europe.

 

 Tentative Release: While an official release date hasn't been confirmed, the film is tentatively eyeing a Gandhi Jayanti 2026 release.

History of Injuries:

This is not the first time Shah Rukh Khan has faced significant injuries. He previously suffered a severe back injury during the filming of "Shakti" in 2002, which required surgery in the UK for a prolapsed disc. His dedication to performing his own stunts has often led to such incidents throughout his career.

Wishes for Recovery:

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has publicly expressed her concern and extended her heartfelt wishes for Shah Rukh Khan's speedy recovery, underscoring the widespread well-wishes from fans and industry colleagues.