Vishal Bhardwaj Shares Insights on Potential Collaboration with Shah Rukh Khan
In a recent interview with ANI, acclaimed filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj opened up about his hopes of working with superstar Shah Rukh Khan. When asked if the iconic actor would ever enter his cinematic world, Bhardwaj expressed strong optimism, stating that a collaboration "has to happen." He highlighted their frequent interactions, noting, "I talk to Shah Rukh so many times throughout the year for multiple stories. He always responds to my message, and he's a lovely person. He's the greatest charmer of our country."
Revealing Past Discussions During 'O' Romeo
During the same conversation, Bhardwaj disclosed that he had shared a story with Shah Rukh Khan while working on his film 'O' Romeo'. He emphasized Khan's universal appeal, saying, "Who doesn't love Shah Rukh Khan? Let me put it that way. Everyone loves him. And there has to be something so beautiful in him as a person, also, that makes him Shah Rukh Khan." Bhardwaj added that Khan has consistently expressed interest in a joint project, with the director recalling, "I had even sent him a story during 'O' Romeo', and he always says, ‘There should be a film that we do together.’" He concluded with a hopeful note, "But definitely, there has to be one film between Shah Rukh and me. Inshallah, is baar woh miracle ho jaye."
Details About Vishal Bhardwaj's Film 'O' Romeo'
Directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, 'O' Romeo' features Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri in lead roles, with key performances by Avinash Tiwary, Nana Patekar, and Tamannaah Bhatia. The film was released in theaters on February 13, 2026, showcasing Bhardwaj's signature storytelling style.
Shah Rukh Khan's Upcoming Project 'King'
Shah Rukh Khan is set to star in Siddharth Anand's upcoming film 'King', which also includes Suhana Khan, Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, and Arshad Warsi. Scheduled for a December release this year, this project continues Khan's streak of high-profile Bollywood ventures.
This development underscores the ongoing dialogue between two of Bollywood's most influential figures, hinting at a potential cinematic partnership that could captivate audiences in the near future.
