SCENE LEAK SPARKS DIRECTORS ANGER OVER FILM RELEASE

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Director Siddharth Anand has voiced his anger after images of Bollywood superstars Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone from the set of their highly anticipated film ‘King’ in South Africa were leaked and widely circulated on social media. The incident has disrupted the confidentiality of the ongoing shoot, prompting a strong reaction from the filmmaker.

The leaked photographs depicted Shah Rukh Khan in sunglasses and stylish attire, with Deepika Padukone smiling beside him. The unauthorized release sparked a wave of excitement among fans, eager to see the popular on-screen pair reunited after a significant period. However, the breach of privacy during filming has deeply annoyed the director.

Anand took to his X (formerly Twitter) handle to express his displeasure, stating that the entire film crew is working tirelessly day and night. He implored fans not to leak any more pictures or videos from the ‘King’ set, underscoring the importance of maintaining secrecy around the production.

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Deepika Padukone’s presence in South Africa for the shoot became apparent following her recent sighting at Mumbai airport alongside her husband, Ranveer Singh. Initial speculation about their destination was later confirmed, indicating their travel to Cape Town for the film’s production.

‘King’ is set to feature a star-studded ensemble cast alongside Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone, including Suhana Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Arshad Warsi, and Jaideep Ahlawat. The production house has announced a worldwide release date of December 24, 2026, with audience anticipation for the movie steadily growing.