Siddharth Malhotra has been finalized to play the lead in a comedy film, which would be directed by Raaj Shaandilyaa. The news of the film was first reported last year, and Siddharth's casting is a part of the latest update coming in about the project.
Notably, the female lead has not been finalized yet, and the film would be produced by Mahaveer Jain, as revealed by a source. Sanjeev and Mrighdeep Singh Lamba would write the screenplay, and the film is supposed to go on floors by September this year.
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The insider stated that pre-production work is expected to start soon, and Siddharth is excited to be a part of the film. The source mentioned that the film will feature Siddharth in a never-before-seen form and is expected to expand his fan base at the same time.
Raaj Shaandilyaa has been an expert in terms of flawless storytelling. Although his last film, Vicky Aur Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, was a flop at the box office, Raaj has managed to entertain the audience in the past with films like Dream Girl.
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Furthermore, Raaj also wrote Siddharth's film Jabariya Jodi, which was released back in 2019. Considering that the film's production is expected to take some more time, Raaj and the team of writers can work on the script so that they can add entertaining elements.
Siddharth also needs a film right now with which he can bounce back. He was last seen in Yoddha, which was not as successful as per expectations.
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Siddharth has been one of the most versatile actors of today's film industry, and it looks like his collaboration with Raaj might help him to show his true potential on the big screen. Let's wait until the film is released.