Ed Sheeran and Shah Rukh Khan are making headlines as the internationally acclaimed English singer hints at his Bollywood singing debut. Following Shah Rukh Khan’s unexpected cameo in Sheeran’s recent music video Sapphire, speculation is mounting that Sheeran will lend his voice to Khan’s next major project, reportedly titled King.
Ed Sheeran Fuels Bollywood Rumors
The buzz around Sheeran’s Bollywood involvement intensified after he shared a behind-the-scenes video on his YouTube channel. In the clip, Sheeran was seen recording a Punjabi version of Sapphire in the studio, with acclaimed Indian playback singer Arijit Singh giving praise in the background.

Fans quickly reposted the video, eagerly anticipating the full Punjabi rendition. Ed Sheeran himself added fuel to the fire by commenting, “The Hindi song was for a Bollywood movie SRK is doing, this is the Punjabi version of Sapphire with Arijit. I’m just doing all languages at this point.”
Anticipation Builds for King
Though the film’s title remains unofficial, fans are confident the Bollywood project in question is King, Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming blockbuster directed by Siddharth Anand. The collaboration between Sheeran and Khan marks a promising fusion of global music and Bollywood’s cinematic grandeur.
Global Artist Meets Bollywood Icon
Ed Sheeran’s venture into Bollywood singing represents a significant crossover for the Grammy-winning artist, known worldwide for hits like Shape of You. Partnering with Shah Rukh Khan, often dubbed the “King of Bollywood,” could introduce Sheeran to a vast new audience while adding a unique musical dimension to Khan’s film.
As excitement builds, fans around the world are eagerly awaiting official announcements and the release of new music from this much-anticipated collaboration.