Deepika Padukone to return to work weeks after welcoming second daughter for Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘King’

Deepika Padukone is reportedly preparing to return to the sets of ‘King’ weeks after welcoming her second daughter with actor Ranveer Singh. The actress is expected to shoot a grand song sequence with Shah Rukh Khan in Mumbai, adding to the anticipation surrounding the upcoming action thriller.
Deepika Padukone to shoot grand song for ‘King’
According to Variety, Deepika is expected to resume filming on October 26 for a song sequence choreographed by Vaibhavi Merchant. The number may also feature several members of the film’s ensemble cast.

Details about the song, including its title and music composer, have not been officially announced. The reported schedule has nevertheless sparked interest, particularly given the reunion of Deepika and Shah Rukh, whose on-screen partnership has delivered several popular films over the years.

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The duo first appeared together in ‘Om Shanti Om’ in 2007 and subsequently collaborated on projects including ‘Chennai Express’, ‘Happy New Year’, ‘Pathaan’ and ‘Jawan’. Their association remains a major talking point as they prepare to share screen space again in ‘King’.
Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh welcome second daughter
Deepika and Ranveer welcomed their second daughter, Devi Padukone Singh, on September 19, 2026. The couple announced her name on October 20, coinciding with Dussehra, through a family portrait featuring their newborn and elder daughter Dua, born on September 8, 2024.

Deepika shared the announcement on Instagram with the caption, “Of Love & Abundance… Devi Padukone Singh”.

The couple married in November 2018 in Lake Como, Italy. Their relationship began while working together on Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela’ in 2013. Their wedding celebrations included ceremonies honouring both Konkani and Sindhi traditions.
Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘King’: Cast and expected release
Directed by Siddharth Anand, ‘King’ is expected to feature an ensemble cast including Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, Suhana Khan, Rani Mukerji, Abhay Verma, Abhishek Bachchan, Raghav Juyal, Jackie Shroff, Saurabh Shukla and Arshad Warsi.

Reports have also suggested a possible special appearance by Kareena Kapoor Khan. Speculation about a dance sequence featuring Shah Rukh and Kareena to the song ‘Daddy Cool’ has circulated, but neither the appearance nor the sequence has been officially confirmed.

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‘King’ heads into a crowded Christmas release window
‘King’ is scheduled to arrive in theatres on December 24, 2026, positioning it amid a competitive holiday release calendar. ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ and ‘Dune: Chapter Three’ are scheduled for December 18, while ‘Jumanji: Open World’ is expected to release on December 25.

With major Hollywood franchises and a high-profile Hindi action thriller arriving within days of one another, the Christmas period could see intense competition for audience attention.

For ‘King’, the combination of Shah Rukh Khan’s star power, Deepika’s reported return to the sets and a large ensemble cast is likely to keep the film in focus as its release approaches.