Mumbai (The COW News Digital) Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone is reportedly preparing to return to film sets after welcoming her second child, with her next professional commitment expected to be Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming action thriller King. According to media reports, the actress is likely to resume shooting on October 26, 2026, marking her return to the big screen following her maternity break.
The reported reunion of Deepika and Shah Rukh Khan has generated excitement among Bollywood fans, as the two stars have previously delivered several successful films together. Their upcoming collaboration is expected to feature a grand musical sequence being filmed in Mumbai.
According to reports published by Indian media outlets, including Variety, the sequence will be choreographed by renowned choreographer Vaibhavi Merchant. Other members of the film’s cast may also participate in the shoot. However, the makers have not officially disclosed the song’s title or confirmed the composer associated with the musical number.
Deepika and her husband, actor Ranveer Singh, reportedly welcomed their second child on September 19, 2026. The actress’s anticipated return is attracting attention from fans who have followed her career and personal milestones. However, details surrounding her precise shooting schedule have yet to receive official confirmation from the production team.
Deepika and Shah Rukh Khan share a successful on-screen history, having appeared together in several popular Bollywood productions. Their collaborations include Om Shanti Om, Chennai Express, Happy New Year, Pathaan and Jawan. These films have helped establish their pairing as one of the recognisable collaborations in contemporary Hindi cinema.
Their reported reunion in King is expected to add another major project to their shared filmography. The film has already attracted interest because of its leading cast and reportedly substantial production budget.
In addition to Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone, the film is expected to feature Suhana Khan, Rani Mukerji, Abhishek Bachchan and Arshad Warsi, along with other performers. The combination of established stars and younger talent has contributed to anticipation surrounding the project.
Media reports have placed the film’s estimated budget at approximately 4.5 billion Indian rupees, equivalent to Rs 450 crore. The production is described as an action thriller, although further details about its storyline and individual characters have not been fully disclosed.
According to reports, King is scheduled for a theatrical release on December 24, 2026. If the reported release date remains unchanged, the film will arrive in cinemas during the year-end holiday season, a period that can attract significant audience interest.
Despite the growing speculation surrounding Deepika’s return and the film’s production schedule, the reported shooting arrangements and other details have not been formally confirmed by the filmmakers. Further announcements are expected to clarify the cast’s participation, the filming schedule and the project’s promotional plans.
For now, Deepika’s anticipated return alongside Shah Rukh Khan remains one of the developments drawing attention among Bollywood followers, with audiences awaiting official updates on King.
