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Shah Rukh Khan Unveils Tattooed New Avatar for 'King'

A viral June 1 video reveals the superstar’s bulked-up physique and inked arms as he prepares for his role in the 2026 action thriller.

Overview

  • A video captured on June 1 shows Shah Rukh Khan exiting a hotel lobby wearing a ‘Billy Hill’ tank top, beanie and sunglasses with prominent arm tattoos and a muscular build.
  • Directed by Siddharth Anand, King will feature Khan as a seasoned assassin and marks the big-screen debut of his daughter, Suhana Khan, with filming now underway.
  • The action thriller’s ensemble cast includes Deepika Padukone, Rani Mukerji, Abhishek Bachchan, Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Arshad Warsi, Jaideep Ahlawat and Abhay Verma.
  • Khan has been undertaking rigorous physical training for intense action sequences under the direction of Siddharth Anand, who has kept plot details tightly under wraps.
  • Social media users have responded enthusiastically to the video, praising Khan’s tattooed look and fueling anticipation for the film’s late 2026 release.