Siddharth Anand, the director of the highly anticipated action film King, has publicly condemned the recent leak of on-set photos featuring Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone. In a heartfelt message on social media, he requested fans to avoid circulating the leaked images, emphasizing that the film's team is dedicated to delivering a magical cinematic experience. Anand's plea comes after images from the film's South Africa schedule surfaced online, showcasing a vibrant sequence with the two stars. He reminded audiences that the film is meant to be experienced in its entirety on the big screen, rather than through fragmented online glimpses. King, produced by Red Chillies Entertainment and Marflix Pictures, will be released on December 24, 2026, and features an ensemble cast including Abhishek Bachchan, Anil Kapoor, Rani Mukerji, and Suhana Khan, marking her debut alongside her father.