The upcoming Bollywood film King starring Shah Rukh Khan has come under increased security following a series of online leaks and an AI-generated fan video that went viral.
The production team has strengthened on-ground security at shooting locations, particularly around the Ghodbunder Road area on the outskirts of Mumbai. The step was taken after concerns that sensitive scenes from the film were being shared without authorization.
Reports say the situation escalated after an AI-edited fan video surfaced online. The clip reportedly combined leaked footage, paparazzi images, and stills from the set to create a fabricated version of the film’s storyline. The video quickly spread across social media before being taken down from multiple platforms.
Sources close to the production say this was not the first leak. Earlier, portions of climax sequences and scenes from the Cape Town schedule had already been circulated online, raising concern within the team.
The production crew has been trying to maintain strict control over filming. However, insiders say that shooting in open or public locations has made it difficult to fully prevent unauthorized recordings.
Following the latest incident, security around key shooting zones has been significantly increased. Access to critical sets and action sequences has now been tightly restricted to prevent further leaks.
The film is currently in its final phase of production. Around two months of shooting and post-production work, including visual effects and patchwork scenes, are still ongoing.
Despite the disruptions, the team is reportedly aiming to complete filming by the end of July.
Director Siddharth Anand has also appealed to the public and fans to avoid sharing or circulating leaked content. He urged audiences to respect the creative process and wait for the film’s official release.
In a public message, he emphasized that the team is working continuously to deliver a high-quality cinematic experience and requested viewers not to spoil the surprise.
Production insiders say the team is now on high alert, with stricter monitoring and tighter on-set controls to protect the remaining footage.
