After an eight-year hiatus, Pakistani heartthrob Fawad Khan is set to make a highly anticipated return to Bollywood. According to Filmfare, Khan will star opposite Vaani Kapoor in a new film, with production slated to begin in September 2024 in London.
Production and Secrecy
Sources confirm that the film’s pre-production is complete, and London will serve as the initial shooting location. The project is shrouded in secrecy, suggesting that the producers aim to maximize the impact of the announcement due to the high-profile casting.
International Appeal
A trade source revealed to Bollywood Hungama that Fawad Khan’s international popularity, especially among South Asians, and his involvement in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, add significant value to the project. The film, directed by Aarti Bagdi, is a Hindi language rom-com set to be shot entirely in the UK.
Production Team
This untitled film marks Eastwood Studios’ first international collaboration. The studio, founded by Vivek B Agrawal and Devang Dholakia, has produced acclaimed films like “Queen,” “Udta Punjab,” “Super 30,” and the global Netflix hit “Sacred Games.”
Plot and Casting
The film will explore how two broken individuals come together by chance, ultimately falling in love due to their strong connection. Vaani Kapoor was chosen for her ability to bring freshness to the role, complementing Fawad Khan’s character.
Background
Fawad Khan’s absence from Bollywood was due to political tensions between India and Pakistan following the Uri attack in 2016, which led to restrictions on Pakistani actors working in India. Khan’s fans were heartbroken by his departure, but the recent easing of these restrictions has paved the way for his comeback.
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Recent and Upcoming Projects
Khan recently starred in Pakistan’s highest-grossing film, “The Legend of Maula Jatt,” and appeared in the international series “Ms. Marvel.” He has several upcoming projects, including “Barzakh” on ZEE5, “Shandur” on SonyLIV, and Pakistan’s first Netflix project “Jo Bachay Hain Sang Samait Lo.” He is also producing and starring in “Neelofar” with Mahira Khan.
Vaani Kapoor, on the other hand, will be seen in “Raid 2” with Ajay Devgn, “Khel Khel Mein” with Akshay Kumar, and “Mandala Murders.”