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'King': Shah Rukh Khan's film secures Rs 665 crore in pre-release deals
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What Happened?
Shah Rukh Khan's upcoming film 'King' has secured pre-release deals worth Rs 665 crore, making it one of the largest commercial ventures in Hindi cinema. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the film has generated significant business interest ahead of its release.
Key points
- 'King' has secured domestic theatrical distribution rights for Rs 250 crore.
- International distribution rights were acquired by Phars Films for Rs 175 crore.
- Netflix purchased the digital streaming rights for Rs 150 crore.
- The film's music rights fetched Rs 65 crore, while satellite rights are valued at Rs 25 crore.
- The pre-release business total of Rs 665 crore includes various agreements before the film's release.
- 'Jawan', Shah Rukh Khan's previous film, recorded an all-India advance-booking gross of Rs 40.75 crore.
Key insights
- The significant pre-release business indicates strong market confidence in 'King'.
- High expectations for box-office performance could pressure the film to deliver strong results.
- The overseas distribution deal reflects Shah Rukh Khan's international popularity.
Why it matters
The film's substantial pre-release deals highlight Shah Rukh Khan's market appeal and set high expectations for its box-office performance.
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Source
Times of India
