Leaked: Pregnant Deepika Padukone Joins SRK For ‘King’ Shoot In Cape Town. See Pics
Deepika Padukone is currently filming ‘King’ with Shah Rukh Khan in Cape Town, South Africa.
Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone is certainly not letting her recently announced second pregnancy slow down her impressive career momentum. Teaming up with her frequent co-star Shah Rukh Khan once again, the acclaimed actress is currently stationed in Cape Town, South Africa, actively filming for Siddharth Anand’s highly anticipated cinematic venture, ‘King’. Fresh leaked images from the international set have officially surfaced online, sending the internet into a complete frenzy and leaving film buffs in absolute awe of the duo's striking on-screen presence.
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The undated candid photographs, which emerged on X (formerly Twitter) and Reddit early Friday morning, claim to be from the ongoing South African schedule of the film. The captivating glimpses feature the dynamic pair seemingly filming a song sequence, walking hand-in-hand amidst the busy crew members.
Deepika Padukone and SRK from the sets of KING in Cape Town, South Africa
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Deepika is seen radiating sheer elegance, dressed beautifully in a flowing floral-print gown. Meanwhile, Shah Rukh Khan is breaking the internet with a fierce new aesthetic. The 60-year-old superstar is styled impeccably in an unbuttoned printed shirt, rocking a rugged, salt-and-pepper hairstyle that has left fans swooning.
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Unsurprisingly, the viral images quickly made their way across multiple platforms, sparking a massive wave of admiration from fan clubs globally. Netizens couldn't stop gushing over the leaked snippet. On Reddit, one astounded fan famously commented, “Why the hell is it looking like a Renaissance painting?” praising the top-tier styling of both actors. Deepika’s unmistakable, magnetic screen presence also drew immense praise. One user enthusiastically noted, “My eyes always land on Deepika even if she's not in focus in the pic... She's something else, man, look at her.”
Shah Rukh Khan's rugged aesthetic, presumed by some keen observers to be tailored for a flashback sequence, was hailed as a major highlight of the leak. Fans argued he looks absolutely incredible for his age, with one user stating his styling is even better than his iconic, blockbuster appearances in ‘Jawan’ and ‘Pathaan’. The fan also added that they hope the filmmakers tone down the CGI to let his natural look shine in the final cut.
This demanding Cape Town shoot comes right on the heels of a joyous personal milestone for Deepika. Just last Sunday, she and her husband Ranveer Singh shared a heartwarming second pregnancy announcement via Instagram. The adorable post featured their daughter, Dua, holding up a positive pregnancy test, instantly signalling they were ready to expand their family and drawing an outpouring of congratulatory messages.
Remarkably, an industry insider revealed that Deepika plans to maintain her rigorous schedule throughout her pregnancy. Alongside her commitments to ‘King’, she will also reportedly be shooting intense action sequences for her other upcoming project, ‘Raaka’. The insider assured that both Deepika and the filmmakers have taken all necessary health and safety precautions on set.
‘King’ is rapidly shaping up to be a monumental cinematic event. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the film features an incredibly stellar ensemble cast. Joining Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone are Abhishek Bachchan, Arshad Warsi, Jaideep Ahlawat, and Suhana Khan.
Notably, the project marks Suhana Khan's highly awaited theatrical debut following her initial acting launch in the 2023 Netflix film, ‘The Archies’. Backed by Red Chillies Entertainment and Marflix Pictures, ‘King’ is officially scheduled to release in cinemas on December 24, 2026.
