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Dispelling swirling rumours of injury on set, actor Shah Rukh Khan’s team has clarified that his recent visit to the United States is part of a routine medical schedule and not due to any ‘fresh accident’ during the filming of his upcoming action drama King.
Speculation had surged earlier this week claiming Khan had hurt his back while shooting an intense action sequence in Mumbai, forcing production to pause and prompting urgent medical attention abroad. However, sources close to the production have refuted these claims, confirming that filming remains on track and will resume after a scheduled break.
“The rumours of Shah Rukh suffering a back injury on the sets of King are completely untrue,” a source informed NAI. “He deals with old injuries flaring up now and then, and he travels to the US for regular check-ups and treatment when needed.”
According to reports, the shoot was under way at the Golden Tobacco Studio in Vile Parle when the rumours began circulating. While some insider chatter hinted at a muscular strain, sources say the trip was a precautionary measure rather than a medical emergency.
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“It’s not a serious injury, but more of a muscular strain,” a source close to the production shared. “Over the years, Shah Rukh has picked up multiple injuries from stunt work, and this seems to be a result of accumulated stress.”
The superstar has undergone physiotherapy and rehabilitation in the US for years, following a string of previous injuries sustained during film shoots. Those familiar with his routine said this visit was consistent with past treatment cycles.
The actor’s daughter, Suhana Khan, is set to star alongside him in King, their first on-screen collaboration. Industry buzz indicates the film also features an ensemble cast including Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, Rani Mukerji, Jackie Shroff, Anil Kapoor, Arshad Warsi, Raghav Juyal, and Abhay Verma. An official announcement remains awaited.
Before King, Shah Rukh was last seen in Dunki (2023), a migration-themed drama directed by Rajkumar Hirani. The film featured Taapsee Pannu, Boman Irani, and Vicky Kaushal. It followed the blockbuster success of Jawan (2023), in which Khan played a vigilante fighting systemic corruption.
Khan’s team has confirmed that filming will resume in September as scheduled, following the star’s return from the United States.
