Alia pairs up with Shahid for KJo's next
'Shaandaar' leads Alia Bhatt; Shahid Kapoor could possibly be soon teaming up for a patriotic project of Karan Johar. According to a report in Mumbai Mirror, Shahid has recently given his nod for the movie.
Bankrolled by Karan Johar's production house, the movie will be directed by a debutant director. Earlier, Karan, Alia, and Shahid teamed up for 'Shaandaar'. Despite a lot of buzz and expectation around, the film tanked at the box office. However, with this project, they'll be looking to turn around their luck.
Revealing the facts, a source near to the project said, "It has patriotic undertones and you will be directed by a debutant. Shahid is a fan of the action genre and is excited about being a part of the film.
He needs to bulk up for the part, so the prep will begin a couple of months before he starts shooting for the film, which is likely to go on the floors in the next half of the entire year. It is currently in the pre-production stage."
Meanwhile, following the roaring success of 'Kabir Singh' on the box office, Shahid will be next observed in another Telugu film remake. The Hindi remake of Telugu star Nani's 'Jersey' features Shahid in the role of a cricketer in his 30s who's trying to revive his career. Shahid has been going special batting training to look perfect in his role.
Talking about Alia, she actually is set to be observed with her rumored real-life beau Ranbir Kapoor in Ayan Mukerji's 'Brahmastra'. After multiple release date changes, the film is defined going to the theatres on December 4, 2020. Alia may also be seen essaying the role brothel owner 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Gangubai'.
