Shah Rukh Khan Returns in 2026: King Khan’s 4 Biggest Upcoming Films and Release Dates

Fans of Shah Rukh Khan have waited three years for his big-screen return. In 2026, the superstar is set to appear in two major films, raising excitement among audiences and Bollywood fans worldwide.

1. Jailer 2

Release Date: 2026 (tentatively June 12 or August 12). Nelson Dilipkumar is directing 'Jailer 2', a pan-India film from Tamil cinema starring the one and only Rajinikanth. According to reports, Shah Rukh Khan will make a special appearance in this crime action thriller. Word is, he'll be seen playing a police officer. This film is the sequel to the 2023 blockbuster, 'Jailer'.

2. King

Release Date: December 24, 2026. Shah Rukh Khan will return as a lead actor after three years in this Bollywood action thriller. Siddharth Anand is directing the film. The movie features a huge star cast alongside SRK, including his daughter Suhana Khan, Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, Raghav Juyal, Abhay Verma, Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Rani Mukerji, Jaideep Ahlawat, Saurabh Shukla, Akshay Oberoi, and Karanvir Malhotra. 

3. Pathaan 2

Release Date: 2027 (tentative, date not yet fixed). This is a YRF Spy Universe film where Shah Rukh Khan will star opposite Deepika Padukone. According to the buzz, Siddharth Anand will direct this spy action movie. The film will be a direct sequel to the 2023 blockbuster 'Pathaan'.

4. Tiger Vs Pathaan

Release Date: Not yet decided. This is another YRF Spy Universe film where Shah Rukh Khan will reprise his role as Pathaan and Salman Khan will return as Tiger. Siddharth Anand is reportedly set to direct this spy action flick. However, some reports claim that the film has been put on hold for now. 

SRK's Last Big-Screen Appearance

In 2023, Shah Rukh Khan made his big-screen comeback as a lead actor with 'Pathaan' after a gap of nearly five years. The film was a massive blockbuster. He then appeared in another blockbuster, 'Jawan'. SRK's last film was 'Dunki', also released in 2023, which had an average performance at the box office.