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SRK in Talks With Pushpa Director Sukumar for a Rural Political Action Thriller
Updated on: 17 March, 2025 06:18 PM IST |Amruta Karulkar
Shah Rukh Khan and Sukumar
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is reportedly in discussions with acclaimed South Indian filmmaker Sukumar, the man behind the blockbuster Pushpa franchise starring Allu Arjun. The duo is expected to collaborate on a rural political action drama that will showcase the King Khan in a never-before-seen avatar.
This collaboration is expected to blend Sukumar’s intense storytelling with SRK’s unmatched star power, creating a cinematic experience that tackles pressing social issues like caste and class oppression.
While the news has sparked excitement among fans, the film’s production is unlikely to commence anytime soon. A source revealed, “While Sukumar has RC 17 with Ram Charan, Pushpa 3: The Rampage, and another romantic drama with Ram in the pipeline, SRK has King, and Pathaan 2 in his kitty. SRK has reportedly told filmmakers eager to work with him that they’ll have to wait for two years before he can consider their projects. King kicks off in May in a start-to-finish schedule.”
This means that the potential collaboration between SRK and Sukumar may not hit the floors until 2027 or later, adding to the anticipation.
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SRK’s history of playing intense anti-heroes in films like Darr and Baazigar, coupled with his recent success as the suave action hero in Pathaan, makes this gritty role even more intriguing. Fans eagerly await more details about this unique collaboration that promises to be a cinematic milestone.
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A Raw and Rustic Role
SRK is set to play an anti-hero in this gritty drama, marking a significant departure from his usual suave and charming roles. According to a source, “King Khan will play an anti-hero, but this will be a rural political action drama that promises to show him in a raw, rustic, and desi avatar that blends his mass appeal with his global superstar image. It will also explore social issues like caste and class oppression.”This collaboration is expected to blend Sukumar’s intense storytelling with SRK’s unmatched star power, creating a cinematic experience that tackles pressing social issues like caste and class oppression.
While the news has sparked excitement among fans, the film’s production is unlikely to commence anytime soon. A source revealed, “While Sukumar has RC 17 with Ram Charan, Pushpa 3: The Rampage, and another romantic drama with Ram in the pipeline, SRK has King, and Pathaan 2 in his kitty. SRK has reportedly told filmmakers eager to work with him that they’ll have to wait for two years before he can consider their projects. King kicks off in May in a start-to-finish schedule.”
This means that the potential collaboration between SRK and Sukumar may not hit the floors until 2027 or later, adding to the anticipation.
Also Read: Salman, Shah Rukh, and Aamir Khan Reunite Ahead of Aamir Khan’s 60th Birthday
An Ambitious Addition to SRK’s Career
Shah Rukh Khan’s career has seen successful collaborations with South Indian filmmakers, including Atlee, who directed the 1000 crore blockbuster Jawan. He has also collaborated with acclaimed director Mani Ratnam in the 1996 film Dil Se. This upcoming project with Sukumar would be another ambitious chapter in his ever-evolving career.SRK’s history of playing intense anti-heroes in films like Darr and Baazigar, coupled with his recent success as the suave action hero in Pathaan, makes this gritty role even more intriguing. Fans eagerly await more details about this unique collaboration that promises to be a cinematic milestone.
Also Read: Pushpa 3 The Rampage: Makers Announce Third Film in End Credits of Pushpa 2
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