Director Shankar may star Hrithik Roshan in his next film. His Kamal Haasan-starrer Indian 2, is currently in its pre-production stage.
According to a report, Shankar’s next directorial is a science fiction film with Hrithik Roshan in the lead. The actor reportedly liked the film’s script, and has agreed to act in the film, although no agreement has been signed yet. An official confirmation by the actor or director is yet to be made.
It was earlier reported that Shankar initially approached Hrithik Roshan to play the role of ‘Pakshi Rajan’ played by Akshay Kumar in the Rajinikanth-starrer 2.0. Hrithik could not sign up for the role because he was busy shooting for Super 30.
Meanwhile, pre-production for Indian 2 is on. The team has started work on sets. Shoot begins in Pollachi, and later the team will travel to Ukraine for shoot.
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Kamal Haasan is reportedly being trained by an American physical trainer to tone his body for the film. Kajal Agarwal, who also plays the lead, is said to have learnt Kalaripayattu for her role. Nayanthara was reportedly offered a role, but she could sign up because of her busy schedule.
Latest reports also suggest that Dulquer Salmaan has been cast in a significant role, and Ajay Devgn will be playing the antagonist. Other members of the cast are yet to be finalised and announced.
The film’s dialogues are by writer Jeyamohan. Lyricists are by Kabilan Vairamuthu and Lakshmi Saravanan. Cinematography is by Ravivarman, and music is by Anirudh Ravichander.
Indian 2 is produced by Lyca Productions.