Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan to share screen after 17 years hiatus

Mumbai: Amitabh Bachchan and King Khan Shah Rukh Khan are set to appear on screen together after a hiatus of 17 years.

Known as Big B, Amitabh Bachchan, and the King of Bollywood Shah Rukh Khan were last seen together in the 2006 film "Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna," directed by Karan Johar.

The movie also featured Abhishek Bachchan, Rani Mukerji, Preity Zinta, and Kirron Kher, displaying a stellar ensemble cast.

Fans have longed to witness the dazzling duo of Shah Rukh Khan and Amitabh Bachchan, who both have an extraordinary knack for creating box-office magic. Now, the anticipation is coming to an end.

Reports confirm that after 17 years, Shah Rukh Khan and Amitabh Bachchan will grace the screen together.

The news of Shah Rukh and Amitabh collaborating again caught fire when Shah Rukh discussed this new project during a Q&A session on his X account.

In the uploaded picture of the project, Shah Rukh Khan can be seen running alongside Amitabh Bachchan. Sharing the image, the fan requested Shah Rukh to say a line for Amitabh Bachchan.

Responding to the image of the project, Shah Rukh Khan mentioned, "Long time after, worked with Amitabh Bachchan. Had fun doing it. Shooting after a long time. Felt good."

Shah Rukh Khan added, "Let me tell you here that Amitabh Bachchan left me behind in this run."

According to Indian media, it's still unclear in which project the two stars of Bollywood will share the screen. 

It was soooooooo much fun to work with @SrBachchan after so many years. Came back from the shoot inspired and blessed. And just to let u know he beat me in the run!!!! https://t.co/hvXE6EMQIu

— Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) August 26, 2023