Shah Rukh Khan begins shooting for Raees

Shah Rukh Khan has finally begun shooting for his next film – Rahul Dholakia’s ‘Raees’. King Khan took to Twitter to share the news with his fans and followers.

First day on Raees. Hot but heartening. And KKR starts its match. Go boys….cheering you from the sets.

— Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) April 22, 2015

@iamsrk spellbinds us with an honest, real, incredible portrayal of his character! A bundle of patience and energy ! Thank you sir. #Raees

— rahul dholakia (@rahuldholakia) April 23, 2015

Raees is an upcoming action-thriller being helmed by Rahul Dholakia and produced by Farhan Akhtar. Set in 1980s Ahmedabad, the film has an interesting plot which tells the story of a bootlegger, whose business is thwarted by a policeman. Pakistani actress Mahira Khan plays the female lead.  The makers are planning to release the film on Eid 2016.