Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming action thriller King has taken a major step forward on the global stage. Red Chillies Entertainment has officially announced a high-profile partnership with Marflix Pictures and Yash Raj Films to distribute the much-awaited film across international cinemas. The overseas release is locked for December 24, 2026, aligning with its much-anticipated Christmas theatrical rollout.
Making the announcement on X, Red Chillies Entertainment shared, “Red Chillies Entertainment and Marflix Pictures partner with Yash Raj Films to distribute the much awaited Shah Rukh Khan starrer #KING in International cinemas on December 24, 2026. This Christmas, Fear wears the Crown!”
Directed by Siddharth Anand, King is mounted as a stylised action thriller and is produced by Gauri Khan, Siddharth Anand, and Mamta Anand under the banners of Red Chillies Entertainment and Marflix Pictures.
King is written by Sujoy Ghosh and features an impressive ensemble cast, including Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan and Suhana Khan in lead roles, with Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Arshad Warsi, and Rani Mukerji in supporting appearances.
Adding to its scale, the film’s soundtrack and background score are composed by Anirudh Ravichander and Sachin–Jigar, promising a high-energy musical experience.
