Shah Rukh Khan's highly anticipated film *King* is one of the most talked-about movies of the year. While Deepika Padukone will be seen romancing 'King Khan' once again, fans will also get to see the pairing of Rani and Abhishek on screen after many years.

Recently, a photo from the set of the action-thriller *King* featuring everyone's favorite *Bunty Aur Babli* duo has surfaced, with their 'first look' instantly winning fans' hearts.

**Rani Mukerji and Abhishek Bachchan Spotted Together in the Frame**
This hit Bollywood pair is making a comeback after two decades for Shah Rukh Khan's *King*. The last time they appeared together was in the film *Laaga Chunari Mein Daag*. A fan shared a leaked photo from the *King* set on X (formerly Twitter), and it has quickly gone viral.

In the photo, Rani Mukerji is seen wearing a saree with a solid black border. With her hair styled in a wavy look with a center parting and a black bindi, the actress looks stunning. Standing beside her is Abhishek Bachchan, sporting a grey-shaded beard, black sunglasses, and a suit. The duo appeared to be coordinating their outfits on set.

**Fans React to the Leaked Photos**
Given their shared history, seeing Rani and Abhishek together has sent fan excitement soaring. However, some are apprehensive, wondering if the image might be AI-generated. One user wrote, "Oh my God, what an amazing look." Another commented, "Please tell me this isn't an AI-generated look." A third user added, "They are reminding me of the movie *Bunty Aur Babli* right now."

**Rani and Abhishek: A Hit Duo from the 2000s**
The pairing of Rani Mukerji and Abhishek Bachchan was immensely popular in the 2000s. They first worked together in the 2001 film *Bas Itna Sa Khwaab Hai*. Subsequently, they appeared in movies like *Yuva*, *Bunty Aur Babli*, and *Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna*. Their last film together was *Laaga Chunari Mein Daag*, in which Abhishek Bachchan makes his entry at the interval.

When will 'King' be released in cinemas?
As for the release date of Shah Rukh Khan's film 'King', it is set to hit theaters on December 24, 2026. Siddharth Anand is helming the project as director. Apart from Deepika, Shah Rukh, Rani, and Abhishek, the film also features Suhana Khan, Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Jaideep Ahlawat, Arshad Warsi, Raghav Juyal, and Saurabh Shukla in pivotal roles.

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