Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is all set to return to the big screen with King, one of the most anticipated action-dramas currently in development. While details about the project have been tightly under wraps, a new buzz has taken over social media and fan forums—suggesting that King might actually be inspired by, or a reimagined take on, a cult Bobby Deol film from the late ’90s or early 2000s.
Though no official confirmation has been made by the makers, industry insiders and internet sleuths alike are speculating that King draws thematic inspiration from Bobby Deol’s 2002 film Badal, or possibly his 1998 thriller Soldier. Both films were known for their strong emotional core blended with intense action sequences and a protagonist driven by revenge or justice—tones that King is rumored to echo.
In Badal, Bobby Deol played a man who grows up to become a vigilante, shaped by a traumatic past involving the brutal loss of his family at the hands of corrupt law enforcement. Similarly, Soldier saw Deol portray a mysterious agent working undercover to expose a massive conspiracy, all while grappling with personal loss and betrayal. These storylines—centered around vengeance, secrets, and transformation—resonate with early reports about SRK’s King, which is being pitched as a gritty, emotionally intense action-thriller with global appeal.
Shah Rukh Khan, who last delivered a string of blockbusters including Pathaan, Jawan, and Dunki, is said to be undergoing a complete image overhaul for King. The film is rumored to showcase him in a darker, more aggressive avatar—something fans have rarely seen from the superstar, barring his iconic anti-hero roles in the ’90s. Reports suggest he may also share screen space with his daughter Suhana Khan, making it their first film together, adding to the buzz surrounding the project.
Directed by Sujoy Ghosh, known for films like Kahaani and Badla, King is expected to feature high-octane action, intricate plot twists, and a layered protagonist—hallmarks of Ghosh’s storytelling style. While the production team has remained tight-lipped, the speculation connecting King to a Bobby Deol film is only gaining traction as fans draw parallels in tone, character arcs, and genre.
Whether King is a direct remake or merely takes creative cues from Deol’s older work remains to be seen. What’s clear, however, is that the film is shaping up to be one of Shah Rukh Khan’s most ambitious ventures in recent times, blending action and emotion in equal measure.
With the project still in its early stages of filming and more announcements expected soon, the connection to a Bobby Deol title has only added another layer of intrigue. As fans eagerly await teasers or trailers, the curiosity around whether King pays homage to an earlier Bollywood gem continues to build.
