In a surprising behind-the-scenes turn for one of Bollywood’s biggest films, King has changed its overseas distribution course, with Shah Rukh Khan personally stepping in before the switch was finalised. The superstar spoke to Aditya Chopra ahead of moving the film’s international distribution from Yash Raj Films to Phars Films, giving the decision an added layer of warmth and industry significance.
A source from Shah Rukh Khan’s team said, “Shah Rukh Khan shares a very close relationship with Aditya Chopra. He starred in Adi’s directorial debut, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995), which, as we all know, was a historic blockbuster and continues to run at Mumbai’s Maratha Mandir. He also worked in several other memorable YRF films and shared a wonderful bond with Aditya Chopra’s late father, the legendary filmmaker Yash Chopra. Hence, SRK decided to personally call Aditya Chopra and explain the situation.”
What Happened Between Shah Rukh Khan And Aditya Chopra
The call appears to have settled the matter smoothly and without friction. The same source added, “Both had a lovely conversation. Aditya Chopra completely understood Shah Rukh Khan’s point of view and readily agreed to part with King’s overseas distribution rights. He wished SRK all the best for King and told him that he was eagerly looking forward to watching the film this Christmas.”
With that, Phars Films has taken over the film’s international distribution, marking a notable shift for a title that is already drawing intense attention well ahead of release.
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Sung By Ed Sheeran And Arijit Singh, Song Tu Mil Jaaye Toh To Be Out Tomorrow
Shah Rukh Khan’s birthday is set to double up as the next big King milestone. As Box Office Worldwide brought you all EXCLUSIVE updates from the biggest film of the year. Now we exclusively learned that Tu Mil Jaaye Toh, a song from Siddharth Anand’s King, is being lined up for release on November 2, 2026, coinciding with the superstar’s 61st birthday. The plan at this stage is to unveil only the song, with NO separate teaser attached to the birthday drop.
That move instantly gives the film’s campaign a focused new beat. For a project already carrying enormous curiosity, a standalone song launch on Shah Rukh Khan’s birthday is enough to turn the date into an event without overloading the reveal.
The key talking point around Tu Mil Jaaye Toh is its vocal pairing. Box Office Worldwide has exclusively learned that the track brings together Ed Sheeranand Arjit Singh, a collaboration that gives King one of its most intriguing early hooks. The combination of an international pop star and one of Hindi cinema’s biggest playback names adds an obvious crossover appeal to the film’s music rollout.
Music, Cast And Release Plans For King
The film has seen other important developments as well. Anirudh Ravichander is no longer associated with the project, while Sachin-Jigar are now attached as the film’s music composers. On the casting front, King has built a striking ensemble, with Shah Rukh Khan joined by Suhana Khan, Deepika Padukone, Rani Mukerji, Abhishek Bachchan, Jaideep Ahlawat and Anil Kapoor.
Directed by Siddharth Anand, King is backed by Red Chillies Entertainment and Marflix Pictures. The film is scheduled to arrive in cinemas on December 24, 2026, making it one of Shah Rukh Khan’s most closely watched big-screen outings in the current phase of his career.
Shah Rukh Khan’s Recent And Upcoming Work
Shah Rukh Khan’s last three releases were Pathaan, Jawan and Dunki, all of which opened in 2023 and marked an exceptional run for the actor. Pathaan and Jawan became major box office blockbusters, while Dunki showed him in a softer, emotionally driven space at the end of the same year.
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As of November 1, 2026, King remains his next confirmed theatrical release. The film also stands out because it brings him into a new on-screen chapter with Suhana Khan, adding extra curiosity to a project that is already carrying heavyweight star power. More than anything, this latest move is a reminder that Shah Rukh Khan’s films are never just local events. They travel, they open big, and they keep the global spotlight firmly on him.
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