Shah Rukh Khan recently took to social media to praise his King co-star Anil Kapoor for his performance in the Subedaar. The Prime Video action thriller was released on March 5, 2026. Khan called Kapoor’s acting restrained yet effective and added that audiences can always rely on him to give it his all. He also said Kapoor’s lifelong dedication to acting is deeply INSPIRING.
Khan praised the film’s high-octane action sequences, describing them as “so good.” He also appreciated the supporting cast, including Aditya Rawal, Saurabh Shukla, Mona Singh, Faisal Malik and Radhikka Madan.
While SRK’s praise was meant as a compliment, it triggered strong reactions online, with many fans questioning why he promoted Subedaar over popular releases like Dhurandhar.
Fans Criticise Shah Rukh Khan For Praising Subedaar
Many social media users expressed disappointment, accusing Shah Rukh Khan of promoting a friend’s project rather than focusing on audience expectations.
A user wrote, “And u think people will go & watch this crap over Dhurandhar just because u tweeted about it? Wake up & smell the coffee. Learn to pass the baton with grace (which is difficult for people like you). The days for Kapoors, Khans & Chopras are over.”
Another said, “Everyone is talking about Dhurandhar and you are talking about that super rubbish film.”
A third user commented, “Someone should learn from you how to enjoy 142 minutes of torture. The script was zero and action had the same rotten tropes. Praising it because it is a friend’s film? Be a bit honest.”
One more said, “This movie isn’t that special. The action didn’t feel powerful, and Anil Kapoor looked tired in the action scenes.”
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A user mocked, “Bhai ne part 1 ke time homebound promote kia, ab Subedaar.”
Anil Kapoor Responds To His Appreciation Post
Amid the criticism, Anil Kapoor responded to the praise. He wrote, “Shah Rukh, so happy you saw Subedaar. Your words mean a lot to all of us especially coming from someone who has given audiences so much love and magic through cinema over the years. Makes this more special for all of us.”
In Subedaar, Kapoor plays Arjun Maurya, a retired army officer struggling with PTSD and a strained relationship with his daughter Shyama (Radhika Madan). He faces a local sand-mining mafia led by Prince (Aditya Rawal).
Critics praised Kapoor’s “quiet intensity” and his ability to deliver “Jhakkas” action sequences even at 69. However, the screenplay drew criticism for being formulaic, with repeated action tropes and an overcrowded narrative. Many felt the 142-minute runtime was exhausting due to slow pacing and multiple subplots.
Shah Rukh Khan And Anil Kapoor Reunite In King
For the unversed, Anil Kapoor will reunite with Shah Rukh Khan in the upcoming thriller King, directed by Siddharth Anand. Kapoor will play SRK’s mentor and handler, guiding the trained assassin’s character. Reports suggest Kapoor may sport a bald look for the role, adding to anticipation for the duo’s return on screen.
