Ed Sheeran just recorded a Hindi song for Shah Rukh Khan. Watch this clip. Is it for SRK's new movie, King?
Ed Sheeran's cultural crossover continues with the release of 'Sapphire,' featuring Shah Rukh Khan. Sheeran revealed he's recording a Hindi track for an upcoming Bollywood movie, sparking speculation it's for SRK's 'King,' directed by Siddharth Anand. Fans are excited about the potential collaboration and Suhana Khan's debut in the high-octane action drama.
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From stadium tours to studio sessions with Indian legends, Ed Sheeran seems to be on a full-fledged cultural crossover spree—and fans are here for it. After winning hearts with his recent tour across India, the British pop sensation has now dropped a surprise that's bigger than a new single. His latest release Sapphire is more than just a musical collaboration with Arijit Singh—it features none other than Shah Rukh Khan in a delightful cameo. And as if that wasn't enough, Ed has dropped yet another bomb: he's working on a Hindi track for an upcoming Bollywood movie. Yes, you read that right.In a behind-the-scenes video shared on Tuesday, Ed gave fans a peek into the making of Sapphire. The clip showed him casually recording lines in Punjabi, talking about singing in Hindi, and sharing how he convinced SRK to join the music video. But things really blew up when a fan page speculated about multiple versions of the track—Punjabi or Hindi? Ed stepped in to clarify: Sapphire is the Punjabi version, while the Hindi song is a completely separate project for a Shah Rukh Khan film. That revelation set the internet ablaze.Soon, speculation took off. Was the Hindi track meant for King, SRK's upcoming movie that also stars Suhana Khan? Fans certainly think so. Ed's casual response stirred wild excitement, with people scrambling to decode hints from the video and previous sightings. The fan frenzy grew when a video of Ed and SRK recreating the superstar's signature pose surfaced, only fuelling the Bollywood buzz.Meanwhile, Reddit has been busy connecting the dots. A post quoting Ed's comment went viral, claiming he recorded the Hindi song for King, and pointing out his appearance with director Siddharth Anand in the BTS footage. Fans believe Arijit Singh 's vocals can be heard toward the end of Sapphire, suggesting a seamless blend of East and West in both versions.As for netizens? They're having a field day. Many see this as classic SRK—roping in international stars, splurging on production, and delivering crossover moments that make global headlines. Some believe this will be a defining debut for Suhana Khan if the movie delivers, while others see it as a continuation of SRK's long-standing pattern of working with Western artists, from Akon in Ra.One to Diplo in Jab Harry Met Sejal.Shah Rukh Khan's upcoming film King is being helmed by Siddharth Anand, who previously collaborated with the superstar on the blockbuster Pathaan. This time, the duo returns with a high-octane action drama that centres around a mentor-disciple dynamic. The plot follows their harrowing journey through unforgiving terrains, where survival becomes a test of will, strength, and resilience.According to IMDb, the film boasts a stellar ensemble cast, including Deepika Padukone, Anil Kapoor, Abhishek Bachchan, Jaideep Ahlawat, Arshad Warsi, and Rani Mukerji, among others.
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