Shah Rukh Khan in Talks With Stree 2 Director for a New Comedy Film

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OCTOBER 04,2024

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, known for his diverse filmography, is reportedly considering an exciting shift in genre. The actor, who has recently focused on action-packed projects, is now exploring a light-hearted, adventure-based film with Stree 2 director Amar Kaushik and producer Dinesh Vijan of Maddock Films. According to sources, discussions have been underway, and fans are eager to see if Khan will take up a new comedic role.

SRK's Quest for a Light-Hearted Entertainer

Over the last few months, Shah Rukh Khan has reportedly been on the lookout for a breezy, entertaining project. After back-to-back action films, Khan is hoping to venture into comedy and adventure, with a fresh cinematic universe in mind. A source close to the actor shared, 'Shah Rukh Khan has met almost every filmmaker in the last few months and heard the ideas they had for him. But nothing really excited him. Now, Shah Rukh Khan is in talks with the Stree 2 team of Amar Kaushik and Dinesh Vijan.'

Khan's openness to exploring new genres reflects his drive to bring something different to his fans, and his discussions with Amar Kaushik and Dinesh Vijan could very well lead to the creation of a new cinematic franchise.

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An Exciting New Franchise on the Horizon?

Amar Kaushik and Dinesh Vijan, known for their successful Stree franchise, are said to be brainstorming a brand new adventure film for Shah Rukh Khan. According to the source, 'Amar and Dinoo have a big-ticket adventure film for SRK and are exploring the possibilities of a collaboration. It would not be a part of the Stree Universe but mark the beginning of a new one.' Although multiple meetings have been held, Khan has not yet made a final decision. More discussions are expected to follow, with Khan likely to decide by the end of this year.

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Shah Rukh Khan on the Work Front

Shah Rukh Khan has an already packed schedule with a mix of genres in his upcoming films. He is currently working on King, set to begin filming in early 2025 with co-stars Suhana Khan and Abhishek Bachchan, with the shoot expected to wrap up by mid-2025. Following this, Khan is set to reprise his role in Pathaan 2, a highly anticipated sequel likely to begin production in late 2025 or early 2026.

In addition, the actor has been rumoured to be in talks with South Indian filmmakers for high-octane action films. These action-based films highlight SRK's commitment to challenging roles, though he is keen to balance his lineup with a refreshing comedy-adventure before diving into another intense action film.