Vishal Bhardwaj on Working With SRK: “Inshallah, Iss Baar Woh Miracle Ho Jaye”

Acclaimed filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj has expressed renewed hope of collaborating with superstar Shah Rukh Khan, revealing that he shared a story with the actor during the making of his latest release, O’ Romeo.

In a recent conversation, Bhardwaj confirmed that despite decades in the industry and multiple collaborations with leading actors, he has yet to work with Shah Rukh Khan. However, discussions between the two have been ongoing.

“I Think It Has to Happen”

When asked whether Shah Rukh Khan could enter his cinematic world, Bhardwaj responded candidly:

“I think it (collaboration) has to happen. Main saal mein Shah Rukh se kitni baari kitni stories ke liye baat karta hun (I talk to Shah Rukh so many times throughout the year for so many stories). He always responds to my message, and he’s a lovely person. He’s the greatest charmer of our country.”

The filmmaker went on to praise the actor’s personality and appeal.

“Who doesn’t love Shah Rukh Khan? Let me put it that way. Everyone loves him. And there has to be something so beautiful in him as a person, also, that makes him Shah Rukh Khan.”

Bhardwaj further revealed that he had already made a creative move during the production of O’ Romeo.

“Maine unhe iss film (O’ Romeo) ke dauran bhi ek kahani bheji hui hai aur woh bhi humesha bolte hai ki, ‘Yaar ek film toh honi chayie jo hum dono ko saath mein karni chayie’, but definitely, there has to be one film between Shah Rukh and me. Inshallah, is baar woh miracle ho jaye.”

While no official announcement has been made, Bhardwaj’s remarks confirm that conversations and script exchanges have taken place.

About ‘O’ Romeo’

O’ Romeo, written and directed by Bhardwaj, was released in theatres on February 13, 2026, during Valentine’s Week. The film stars Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri in the lead roles.

The story draws inspiration from a chapter of Hussain Zaidi’s book Mafia Queens of Mumbai and is set against the backdrop of Mumbai’s underworld. Shahid Kapoor plays gangster Ustara, once part of a powerful gang but forced into exile after killing a don’s brother. Triptii Dimri portrays Afsha Qureshi, also known as Rani Sharma, whose life becomes intertwined with his.

The ensemble cast includes Nana Patekar, Tamannaah Bhatia, Vikrant Massey, Disha Patani, Avinash Tiwary, Farida Jalal, Aruna Irani, Hussain Dalal and Rahul Deshpande in pivotal roles.

Shah Rukh Khan’s Upcoming Film

Meanwhile, Shah Rukh Khan is set to appear in King, directed by Siddharth Anand. The film is scheduled for a theatrical release on December 24, 2026.

The cast also includes Suhana Khan, Abhishek Bachchan and Raghav Juyal.

For now, a formal collaboration between Vishal Bhardwaj and Shah Rukh Khan remains unannounced. However, the filmmaker’s latest comments suggest that discussions continue — and that both are open to making it happen.