Karan Johar calls Shah Rukh Khan “ROC-KING” as he praises King song and superstar’s physique: “Pathan ab aur bhi Jawaan ho gaye hai”

Shah Rukh Khan's 61st birthday on November 2, 2026, saw several members of the film industry extend their wishes to the superstar. Among them was filmmaker Karan Johar, who took to Instagram to share his reaction to the actor's latest look in his upcoming film King. Praising Shah Rukh's physique, the filmmaker also expressed excitement about the film's music and visuals, particularly its first song, ‘Tu Mil Jaaye’, featuring Deepika Padukone.

Karan shared two Instagram Stories celebrating the actor and his upcoming film. In his first post, he made a playful reference to Shah Rukh's physical transformation and his earlier films, while expressing admiration for his fitness.

Karan Johar praises Shah Rukh Khan's physique in King

Reacting to Shah Rukh's appearance, Karan wrote, “Aap sab gym jaate ho???? Bhai toh khud gym ban chuke hai! This body is INSANE!!! Pathan ab aur bhi Jawaan ho gaye hai! Humare KING ban gaye hai aur bhi ROC-KING!”

The filmmaker's message referenced Shah Rukh's characters in Pathaan and Jawan, while suggesting that the actor has taken his fitness and screen presence another step forward for King.

Karan Johar reacts to King song ‘Tu Mil Jaaye’

In his second Instagram Story, Karan shared a glimpse of the newly released song ‘Tu Mil Jaaye’, which features Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone. Praising the audio, visuals and the two actors, he wrote, “KING AUDIO! KING VISUALS QUEEN BEAUTY and KILLER ABS!!! @iamsrk @deepikapadukone @s1danand”

He also expressed confidence in the song's musical appeal, adding, “Blockbuster music charts are all ready for this one!!!”

The song was released at midnight on Shah Rukh Khan's birthday, offering fans their first musical glimpse of the upcoming film.

Directed by Siddharth Anand, King features Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone. The film is scheduled to arrive in cinemas on December 24, 2026, coinciding with the Christmas holiday period.

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