Buzz has it that Vicky Kaushal has replaced Shahid Kapoor in acclaimed filmmaker Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s next directorial venture, which is based Karna from the Indian epic Mahabharata.
Reportedly, Excel Entertainment is onboard to produce the mega-budgeted mythological drama. The makers are looking at commencing production towards the end of the year.
“The project is extremely close to Rakeysh’s heart and he has been wanting to make a film on it for many years now,” a source in the know informs a publication.
The source goes on to add, “Vicky will play the titular role in this mythological drama, which will be narrated from the perspective of Karna. Excel Entertainment will be producing the film and the trio are extremely excited to collaborate on this one. The movie is expected to roll by the end of this year, and Vicky will start with his prep closer to the shooting date.”
Meanwhile, Kaushal has a slew of exciting films in his pocket right now. He recently called it a wrap on Laxman Utekar’s next opposite Sara Ali Khan. Shashank Khaitan’s Govinda Naam Mera has also finished production. The National Film Award-winning actor will soon commence work on Meghna Gulzar’s Sam Bahadur, co-starring Fatima Sana Shaikh and Sanya Malhotra.
Stay tuned for more updates!
About The Author
For the latest Bollywood news, Telugu news,entertainment exclusives,gossip ,movie reviews , and more Read More
For the latest Bollywood news, Telugu news,entertainment exclusives,gossip ,movie reviews , and more, follow the BollywoodMDB website and YouTube channel, or head to our social media platforms like Twitter, Facebook, Instagram! For the latest Bollywood news, Telugu news,entertainment exclusives,gossip ,movie reviews , and more, follow the BollywoodMDB website and YouTube channel, or head to our social media platforms like Twitter, Facebook, Instagram!
Read Less