SRK's comeback movie 'Pathaan' is set for a historic opening

Shah Rukh Khan is making a comeback after 4 years with spy thriller 'Pathaan'

By Javed Baloch | viageeks.com 24/01/23 Pictures: YRF Green Curved Line

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Shah Rukh Khan is making a comeback after 4 years with spy thriller 'Pathaan'

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