Mumbai, July 19, 2025 –
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has reportedly sustained a muscular injury while shooting an intense action sequence for his upcoming film King, directed by Siddharth Anand. The incident took place at *Golden Tobacco Studio in Mumbai, sparking momentary panic on the set.
Injury Causes Brief Panic, But Actor Is Recovering
According to sources close to the production, the injury, although not serious, required medical attention abroad. “It was a muscular strain, and while it’s not a major concern, it’s also not being taken lightly,” a production insider confirmed.
SRK has flown to the *United States for specialized treatment, and doctors have advised him to *take a one-month break from work. As a result, the film’s planned shooting schedule for *July–August has been cancelled. The next leg of filming is now expected to resume *after September 2025, once Khan has fully recovered.
SRK’s Recovery and International Treatment
“Shah Rukh has been asked to focus on his recovery and not to rush back to set,” the source added. “He will return to the shoot with caution, and modifications will be made to ensure his comfort during the next schedule.”
While Khan’s team has remained tight-lipped about the specifics of the injury, his manager Pooja Dadlani is reportedly in New York, according to her recent Instagram story – adding weight to the reports of SRK’s treatment in the US.
About the Film: King
King is among the most anticipated Bollywood projects in recent years. Directed by *Siddharth Anand, known for action thrillers like *Pathaan and War, the film stars Suhana Khan and Saurabh Shukla in key roles. Rumored cast members also include *Deepika Padukone, **Rani Mukerji, **Abhishek Bachchan, **Anil Kapoor, **Jackie Shroff, and *Raghav Juyal, though an official announcement is still awaited.
Actor Jaideep Ahlawat recently confirmed his involvement during an interview, sharing how SRK personally recommended him for the role despite it being a smaller part.
“SRK sir had been planning this for a while. Siddharth Anand was a bit hesitant because it was a small role after Jewel Thief, but Khan saab insisted on talking to me personally,” said Jaideep.
Support From Mamata Banerjee
*West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who shares a close friendship with Shah Rukh Khan and affectionately calls him her “brother”, expressed concern over his health. In a heartfelt message posted on *X (formerly Twitter), she wrote:
“Reports regarding my brother Shah Rukh Khan sustaining muscular injuries during shooting make me worried. Wish him speedy recovery.”
Key Highlights:
- SRK injured during action scene for King at Mumbai studio.
- *Injury is muscular, not serious, but prompted travel to the *US for treatment.
- *One-month rest advised, filming postponed until *post-September 2025.
- King stars *Suhana Khan, *Saurabh Shukla, with possible appearances by Bollywood A-listers.
- Mamata Banerjee extended warm wishes for Khan’s recovery.