Shah Rukh Khan Explains Why a Film with Akshay Kumar Is Unlikely
For years, fans have dreamed of seeing Shah Rukh Khan and Akshay Kumar share the screen. Both are among Bollywood’s biggest stars with massive fan followings. However, Shah Rukh has offered a clear and realistic explanation for why such a collaboration may never happen.
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“Our Schedules Don’t Match,” Says SRK
In an old interview with DNA, Shah Rukh was asked whether he could work at Akshay’s pace—doing multiple films a year—or if they might appear in a film together someday.
With a smile, Shah Rukh replied,
> “What can I say? I don’t wake up as early as he does.”
He explained that their daily routines are completely opposite. While Akshay starts his day early, Shah Rukh is a night owl. “When Akshay wakes up, I’m going to sleep. When I start shooting, he’s packing up for the day,” he said.
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Timing Is Everything in the Film Industry
Shah Rukh admitted that working with Akshay would be fun, but their working hours just don’t sync.
> “He’ll be leaving the set while I’m arriving. I really want to work with him, but our timings don’t match,” he added.
This clear difference in work habits makes it almost impossible for the two stars to shoot a film together.
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Shah Rukh Khan’s Upcoming Film: King
Despite scheduling conflicts with Akshay, Shah Rukh is busy with an exciting new project. He is preparing for his next action film, King, directed by Siddharth Anand.
What makes King even more special is that Shah Rukh will share the screen with his daughter, Suhana Khan, for the very first time.
The film’s cast includes a star-studded lineup:
Deepika Padukone, Rani Mukerji, Abhishek Bachchan, Jackie Shroff, Anil Kapoor, Arshad Warsi, Saurabh Shukla, and Abhay Verma.
The film is expected to release by the end of 2026, and fans are eagerly waiting to see Shah Rukh in a new avatar and witness the on-screen chemistry between him and Suhana.
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While fans may have to let go of the dream of seeing Shah Rukh and Akshay together on screen, they can still look forward to Shah Rukh’s powerful return with King. His candid response shows how practical factors like routine and scheduling can influence even the biggest stars’ decisions.
