Shah Rukh Khan starrer Dunki teaser out

The film is slated to release in December 2023.

Still from Dunki teaser / (Image: Red Chillies Entertainment)

The first teaser of Shah Rukh Khan's highly anticipated comedy-drama titled Dunki was released on November 2, 2023, coinciding with the actor’s 58th birthday.

The film is directed by Rajkumar Hirani known for films like 3 idiots, PK and Munna Bhai series which have all seen major success at the box office. It is co-produced by Rajkumar Hirani Films and Jio Studios.

Dunki is the third Hindi film this year from Khan following blockbusters Pathaan starring Deepika Padukone and John Abraham; and Atlee's Jawan starring Vijay Sethupathi, Nayanthara and Deepika Padukone. The film, set to release in theatres in December 2023, features actors Taapsee Pannu, Vicky Kaushal, Boman Irani, and Vikram Kocchar among others.

Based on the concept of "donkey flight", an unlawful backdoor entry technique, Dunki depicts the lives of Indians who choose to enter the nation using an illegal process and struggle to return home. The film was wrapped up in April 2023. Its soundtrack was composed by Pritam while cinematography were handled by Hirani and C K Muraleedharan.

Announcing the film's worldwide release in cinemas this Christmas, actor Khan tweeted, "A story of simple and real people trying to fulfill their dreams and desires. Of friendship, love, and being together… Of being in a relationship called Home!"

He added that the film is a heartwarming story by a heartwarming storyteller. "It's an honour to be a part of this journey." Actor Boman Irani shared the teaser on X and wrote, "A rollercoaster journey of dreams, friendship, and hearts bound by a relationship called “home”.