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Rishi Kapoor, Taapsee Pannu to star in Anubhav Sinha’s next

The film will have an ensemble cast, including Rishi, Rajat Kapur, Prateik Babbar and Taapsee.

Edited by: India TV Entertainment Desk New Delhi Published : Jul 28, 2017 11:31 IST, Updated : Jul 28, 2017 11:31 IST
Rishi Kapoor, Taapsee Pannu to star in Anubhav Sinha’s
Rishi Kapoor, Taapsee Pannu to star in Anubhav Sinha’s next

Veteran actor Rishi Kapoor and Pink fame actress Taapsee Paanu will feature in Ra one fame director Anubhav Sinha’s next. The film titled Mulk will be a social thriller based on true life events.The plot of the film revolves around the story of a joint family, who hail from a small town in India. They are out to reclaim their honour after being embroiled in a controversy.

Sinha, founder of Benaras Media Works, said in a statement: "I am doing a thriller after 10 years. This will be quite different from what I have attempted in the past."

"I'm returning to my roots after so many years. It's my way of giving back to my hometown and it feels emotionally satisfactory," added Sinha, who has directed thrillers like "Dus" and "Cash".

The film will have an ensemble cast, including Rishi, Rajat Kapur, Prateik Babbar and Taapsee.

"The plot of the film revolves around true life events. I am still in the process of closing in on a few more actors," said the director.

Screenplay writer-producer Mushtaq Shiekh, known for his work in films like "Om Shanti Om" and "Gulaab Gang", will be the associate producer of "Mulk".

Shiekh said: "Some stories resonate with your soul. They are heartfelt yet thrilling. 'Mulk' is one such story - that has a pulsating vibe to it and will have you completely captivated."

It will go on floors in October and will be shot in Varanasi and Lucknow. It was scheduled to release early in 2018.

(With IANS Inputs)

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