During an appearance on Koffee With Karan 9, actress Rashmika Mandanna was asked by host Karan Johar which Bollywood leading man she would like to work with next. In the rapid-fire round, Rashmika named Shah Rukh Khan and stated that "it would be really interesting to have a Shah Rukh and Rashmika film." She did not reveal details of any concrete project, but her response indicated enthusiasm about the possibility of collaborating with the Bollywood superstar. Rashmika has worked across multiple Indian film industries and has established herself in Hindi cinema, while Shah Rukh remains a prominent figure in the industry. Her comment has brought attention to a potential pairing between the two actors, though she described it as a wish rather than a confirmed collaboration at this stage.