False’: Siddharth Anand Breaks Silence on Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘King’ Budget Rumours… Is the ₹450 Crore Figure Incorrect?

The budget of Shah Rukh Khan‘s much-awaited action thriller King has become the latest talking point in Bollywood after reports claimed the film is being made on a staggering ₹450 crore budget. However, director Siddharth Anand has now reacted to the speculation with a brief but intriguing response.

As discussions around big-budget Indian films continue to dominate social media, King has found itself at the centre of attention alongside projects such as Ramayana and Varanasi, both of which have been linked with massive production costs.

450 Crore Budget Report Sparks Buzz

Recent media reports suggested that King had evolved into one of the costliest films of Shah Rukh Khan’s career, with an estimated production budget of around 450 crore.

The reports claimed the film had expanded from being a conventional action thriller into a grand cinematic spectacle featuring large-scale action sequences and international production values.

If true, the reported budget would place King among the biggest Bollywood productions ever mounted.

Siddharth Anand’s One-Word Response

Soon after the budget reports went viral, director Siddharth Anand took to social media and posted a single word:

“False.”

Although Anand did not clarify which specific report he was referring to, many fans interpreted the post as a direct dismissal of the ₹450 crore budget claims.

His response has since fueled speculation, with many believing the reported production cost may have been exaggerated.

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A Star-Studded Action Thriller

Produced on a grand scale, King reportedly features an impressive ensemble cast led by Shah Rukh Khan.

The film also stars Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, Rani Mukerji, and several other prominent actors in key roles.

One of the biggest highlights of the project is the much-awaited first big-screen collaboration between Shah Rukh Khan and his daughter Suhana Khan, who is reportedly playing his on-screen daughter as well.

SRK Returns After Three Years

King marks Shah Rukh Khan’s return to theatres after a gap of nearly three years.

Reports suggest the film began production in May 2025 and is expected to complete filming by August 2026, with schedules spread across multiple locations in India and overseas.

The film is expected to deliver high-octane action, emotional drama and large-scale visuals, continuing the action-packed image SRK has built in recent years.

Christmas Release Faces Global Competition

The makers are planning to release King on December 24, targeting the lucrative Christmas holiday season.

Its arrival will come shortly after the international releases of Dune: Part Three and Avengers: Doomsday, setting the stage for one of the biggest holiday box office battles of the year.

Whether or not the film carries a ₹450 crore price tag, King has already generated enormous excitement among fans, and Siddharth Anand’s cryptic response has only added to the anticipation surrounding the project.