Abhishek Bachchan Confirms New Look for Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘King’, Fans Anticipate ‘Yuva’-Level Performance

Actor Abhishek Bachchan has officially confirmed that his recently unveiled rugged look is for his upcoming film King, headlined by Shah Rukh Khan. The actor revealed this during a public appearance at the Global Business Summit 2026, putting an end to speculation surrounding his transformation.

Abhishek’s new appearance — marked by longer hair and a thick beard — had sparked intense discussion on social media, with many fans guessing it was linked to a major project. While confirming his association with King, the actor remained tight-lipped about the specifics of his character and the storyline, maintaining an air of mystery around the film.

The confirmation has heightened excitement among fans, many of whom are expecting a powerful performance reminiscent of his critically acclaimed role in Yuva. Several social media users speculated that he could be playing a negative or intense character in the action drama.

King is being directed by Siddharth Anand and reportedly features a strong ensemble cast. The film has already generated significant buzz as one of the most anticipated Bollywood releases in the pipeline. With Abhishek’s transformation now confirmed as part of the project, anticipation surrounding King has grown further, as audiences await more details about the high-profile collaboration.