Such on-set accidents have occurred with several top actors in the past — read the full report to know who else faced similar incidents.
Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan has reportedly sustained injuries during the filming of his upcoming action film King. The incident occurred while shooting a high-intensity action sequence, and sources say the actor suffered injuries that required immediate medical attention. Following the mishap, Shah Rukh Khan was flown to the United States for specialized treatment and is currently resting in the United Kingdom as part of his recovery.
Though the exact nature and severity of his injuries have not been officially confirmed, insiders from the film’s production unit indicated that the actor was hurt during a physically demanding scene involving complex stunts. The film, King, marks a much-anticipated collaboration between Shah Rukh Khan and his daughter Suhana Khan, who is reportedly making her theatrical debut with this project.
This is not the first time a leading Bollywood actor has faced on-set injuries during demanding roles. In the past, several big names have experienced similar incidents due to high-risk action sequences. Amitabh Bachchan was famously injured during the shooting of Coolie in 1982, an incident that nearly cost him his life and led to nationwide concern. More recently, Hrithik Roshan suffered a serious head injury during a stunt for Bang Bang, while John Abraham, Akshay Kumar, and Varun Dhawan have all faced minor to moderate injuries while performing their own stunts.
The King project, being directed by Sujoy Ghosh, has generated significant buzz due to its scale, intense action choreography, and the unique father-daughter duo. With Shah Rukh Khan’s recent resurgence through blockbuster hits like Pathaan and Jawan, King was set to continue his action-hero legacy.
Production on the film is currently paused while Shah Rukh Khan takes time to heal. His medical team has reportedly advised rest and physiotherapy. Close sources say the actor is in stable condition and responding well to treatment. Fans around the world have taken to social media to express concern and wish him a speedy recovery.
Meanwhile, neither Shah Rukh Khan nor his production house Red Chillies Entertainment has issued an official statement about the incident. However, the actor’s team is expected to release an update once his recovery progresses further.
As fans eagerly await more news on his health and the resumption of King’s shooting schedule, the incident serves as a reminder of the physical risks actors take to bring high-energy action to the screen.
