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Shah Rukh Khan’s King First Look Invites Brad Pitt F1 Comparisons

The online chatter has lifted curiosity about the trailer, with no comment from the makers or a release date yet.

Overview

  • The title and first look for King dropped on Shah Rukh Khan’s 60th birthday, showcasing a silver-haired, action-leaning avatar.
  • Viewers highlighted a tan jacket and light-blue shirt ensemble with a crossbody bag and aviators that resembles Brad Pitt’s outfit in F1: The Movie.
  • Fans defended the styling as a nod rather than a copy, noting Khan wore a similar combination in the 2017 film Jab Harry Met Sejal.
  • Critics on social media accused the production of imitation, posting side-by-side comparisons and snarky comments about originality.
  • Directed by Siddharth Anand and featuring a star ensemble including Suhana Khan, Deepika Padukone and Abhishek Bachchan, the film has not announced a release date as anticipation builds for a trailer.