MUMBAI/WARSAW, Sept. 19, 2025 — Actor Akshay Oberoi has reportedly joined the cast of Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming action-thriller King, currently being filmed in Poland. The development was sparked by Oberoi’s recent social media post revealing his departure to Warsaw, which quickly fueled speculation about his involvement in the high-profile project.
Sources close to the production confirmed that Oberoi will be shooting in the Polish capital for approximately one week. While the actor has not officially commented on his role, industry insiders point to his longstanding collaboration with director Siddharth Anand—having previously worked together on Fighter and Flesh—as a strong indicator of his inclusion in the ensemble cast.
King marks Shah Rukh Khan’s return to the big screen in a lead role, portraying a seasoned assassin navigating the underworld. The film also features Suhana Khan in her theatrical debut as his protégé, undergoing rigorous training for covert missions. The cast includes Abhishek Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, Rani Mukerji, Anil Kapoor, Jaideep Ahlawat, Jackie Shroff, Arshad Warsi, Abhay Verma, and Saurabh Shukla.
The shoot in Poland has attracted considerable attention, with several cast members—including Arshad Warsi and Abhay Verma—spotted in the country earlier this month. Shah Rukh Khan and Suhana Khan have also resumed filming in Warsaw following a brief production break.
While the filmmakers have yet to announce an official release date, King is widely expected to hit theatres on Gandhi Jayanti next year. The film is being positioned as a high-octane entertainer with emotional depth, blending espionage, family dynamics, and stylized action sequences.
Akshay Oberoi, meanwhile, is juggling multiple projects. He will next be seen in Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, Varchasva, Ek Kori Prem Katha, and Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups. His involvement in King adds another marquee title to
