What Shah Rukh Khan and Rizwan Sajan said about the decision
Shah Rukh Khan said that the idea was to set up a residence where his fans could lead a lifestyle like him, and that Gauri being part of it made it more special.
Rizwan Sajan said that following the response to the first Shahrukhz project, clients specifically asked Danube to bring this experience to residential living. The new project was thus conceived with a focus on luxury, wellness, entertainment and premium design, not simply creating a building with a celebrity brand.
What is Shahrukhz Residences by Danube (SRK Residence)?
Shahrukhz Residences by Danube, also known as SRK Residence or SRK Dubai, is a fully furnished water front residential tower located in Dubai Maritime City. Danube Properties has announced the launch of this development on 7 October 2026 in partnership with Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan. The apartments, starting from AED 1.65 million on a 30/70 payment plan, are set to complete by Q4 2029. The luxurious penthouses have been designed by Gauri Khan.
The launch sees Khan reuniting with Danube Group founder and chairman Rizwan Sajan, who oversaw the successful launch of Shahrukhz by Danube – a commercial tower that sold out on day one of its launch. Here is all the information announced so far, verified by comparing against Danube's official project page and the launch coverage.
Shahrukhz Residences at a glance
How did the Shah Rukh Khan and Rizwan Sajan SRK Dubai partnership begin?
It all started with Shahrukhz by Danube, a commercial tower located on Sheikh Zayed Road, which was named after the Bollywood superstar. Per Outlook Money, the value of the project amounts to AED 2.10 billion, featuring 488 commercial units and more than 35 amenities, which were sold on the day of its launch within Dubai’s Expo City. According to the Realty Today, more than 6,500 people attended the event.
The project’s sequel was inspired by the customers’ interest. As Sajan, one of the developers behind the project, explained for Gulf News, following the launch of the first tower, Danube was requested to “replicate the Shahrukhz experience” in their residential units, which the company did. “We want our fans to experience life as we do,” an excited Khan stated.
Danube Group – the parent company of Danube Properties, was established in 1993 by Sajan. In turn, its residential division is known for introducing the 1% monthly payment plan and fully furnished apartments. The developer boasts of Shahrukhz Residences being the first residential tower in the world to be named after a celebrity, which might not be entirely correct.
What was decided and announced at the Shahrukhz Residences launch?
No meeting minutes have been published. The sources refer to a launch announcement by Danube Properties on 7 October 2026, and these are the decisions they confirmed:
Go residential: Danube and Shah Rukh Khan expand the Shahrukhz brand from offices to residences, responding to customer demand after commercial tower.
Waterfront site: the tower will be located in Dubai Maritime City and sold fully furnished.
Gauri Khan on design: she will design the penthouses.
Entry price and terms: from AED 1.65 million for the apartments with 30% during construction and 70% on handover.
Lifestyle concept: 40+ amenities including the Longevity Lounge, a rooftop King's Club and resident yacht access.
Positioning: marketed by the developer as the world's first celebrity-named residential tower.
Timeline: completion is listed as Q4 2029 on Danube's project page, not in the press release.
Who designed the Gauri Khan penthouses at Shahrukhz Residences?
Interior designer Gauri Khan, the wife of Shah Rukh Khan, was responsible for the design of the penthouses. The developer claims this means buyers can import Mrs. Khan's interior designer flair into their new residence. Mr. Khan stated, "Having Gauri by my side in this project makes it even more special." Khaleej Times highlights her involvement as a unique selling proposition of the launch.
There are two caveats for buyers. Firstly, the credit facility covers the penthouses, however, not all apartments. Secondly, Danube's website states that the project offers ultra-luxury penthouses, however, on the other hand, none of the sources above publish the size, floor plan, pricing, or quantity of penthouses available for sale. Request a copy of the official penthouse specification from Danube before making a reservation.
What amenities does SRK Residence offer?
Danube boasts of more than 40 lifestyle facilities inspired by the concept of "King style". On its website, the developer lists six key features:
Longevity Lounge: cryotherapy, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, infrared sauna, red-light therapy bed, compression therapy boots, a lymphatic body roller and smart wellness assessment station. In its launch, the developer also mentions the availability of an infrared sauna.
King's Club Deck: an exclusive rooftop club with panoramic views of the sea.
Infinity 33: a beach club-style area.
Beach Lagoon: a lagoon in the style of a beach.
Indoor gym: a gym with views of the sea.
Sports Hub: sports complex.
Completing the list are padel and tennis courts, a cricket court, a golf simulator, an ice bath, a spa, a cigar lounge, a party hall, a prayer hall and a drone docking station. For families, there is a kids' daycare, splash pool, play areas and wall climbing. The launch release also promises cycling and jogging tracks and residents' access to a private yacht.
The wellness facilities are lifestyle amenities, not medical services. Access rules, booking conditions and service charges for the yacht and premium spaces have not been disclosed.
Where is Shahrukhz Residences? Dubai Maritime City location
Shahrukhz Residences is a residential development located in Dubai Maritime City, a district situated along the Dubai water front between the Port Rashid and the Dubai Drydocks, as described by Provident Estate. The approximate travel timings from Danube's website are as follows:
The travel timing is subject to traffic conditions. As mentioned by Metropolitan Premium Properties, the district is freehold and anyone can buy any property.
Shahrukhz Residences price, payment plan and handover
Apartments start at AED 1.65 million, though final prices vary by tower and depend on the unit type, floor, size and view. Danube's page lists studio, 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments as well as penthouses, noting that details are available on request. The headline payment plan is 30% during construction and 70% on handover, with two brokers splitting the former into 10% on booking and 20% during construction. Danube adds that eligible units may qualify for its 1% monthly payment plan, so ask which applies to your unit.
Danube's page lists completion as Q4 2029. While one broker shows 1 December 2029, a few listings have slightly different prices (AED 1.6 million) or a 4-bedroom option that Danube's own page does not list. Treat the sale and purchase agreement as the final word.
Key Discussions:
Having successfully completed the first Shahrukhz commercial project, the partnership grew to luxury residential living.
A “King Style” Lifestyle: The idea was to create a luxury lifestyle experience by making Shah Rukh Khan's larger than life personality.
The luxury penthouses for the project were designed by Gauri Khan who joined the project for the design work.
Waterfront Location: Dubai Maritime City was selected to provide Dubai residents a high-end waterfront location that overlooks sea and skyline.
Fully Furnished Homes: Homes are envisioned as well furnished and luxurious places for living.
Wellness-Focused Living: The project is an integrated 40+ lifestyle amenity project, with advanced wellness and relaxation facilities.
A signature rooftop club was set up to infuse the ‘King Style' into the daily lives of the residents, the Exclusive King's Club.
Exclusive Yacht access is another way to make the project a waterfront living exclusive experience.
Flexible Payment Approach: The formula of 30/70 payment was used: 30% during construction and 70% at handover.
Luxury with Global Appeal: The collaboration is to target SRK fans, International Investors, NRIs and Luxury Property Buyers.
More Than Celebrity Branding: It is about the marriage of Shah Rukh Khan's brand, Gauri Khan's design aesthetics and Danube's real estate acumen.
The residential project is the continuation of the work conducted in Shahrukhz, which was originally a business concept, and extrapolates it to luxury homes and lifestyle.
Key Takeaways on Shahrukhz Residences by Danube
Shahrukhz Residences takes the formula that sold out in the commercial market and applies it to homes: a famous name, furnished interiors, wellness-led amenities and a 30/70 payment plan. The Gauri Khan penthouses are its most personal touch. The sensible approach for buyers of SRK Dubai property is to treat the star power as a bonus and judge the unit, price per square foot, payment schedule and handover terms on their own merits.