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We were all in for a treat this morning when we opened social media and saw Akshay Kumar, Dhanush and Sara Ali Khan in one frame. The trio have been roped in for Aanand L Rai’s next directorial. This morning, while confirming the cast, the makers also announced that the film is titled Atrangi Re.
Atrangi Re will star Sara Ali Khan and Dhanush in the lead role while Akshay Kumar will be seen in a cameo appearance. The film, which will go on floors on March 1, 2020, will release on February 14, 2021.
Sharing the news with adorable pictures on social media, Sara wrote,
Sharing his excitement on being part of the film Akshay Kumar said,
“I am thrilled to be working with Aanand L Rai, as I have always admired the way he has showcased his stories. When he narrated the film to me, I said ‘yes’ within 10 minutes. It is a challenging character to play, but at the same time, it is such a special role that my heart just couldn’t say ‘no’ to it. I will remember it for the rest of my life.”
Talking about working with Sara Ali Khan and Dhanush, Kumar said,
“My combination with Sara and Dhanush truly makes it true to its title — Atrangi! And I know that Aanand, in his special and simple way of storytelling, will only add magic to it. As I said, my heart just couldn’t let this one go.”
Post the release of Shamitabh in 2015, Atrangi Re will mark Dhanush’s return to Bollywood.
Talking about joining Aanand L Rai for Atrangi Re, T-Series’s Bhushan Kumar said,
“I’m overwhelmed to be associated with such a unique film. Working with Aanand L Rai yet again is really special. He’s such a fine filmmaker and this time around we have three brilliant actors on board. It definitely can’t get better than this.”
Atrangi Re is an Aanand L Rai directorial starring Dhanush and Sara Ali Khan with Akshay Kumar. Written by National Award Winner Himanshu Sharma, the music will be given by AR Rahman. The film is presented by T Series, Colour Yellow Productions & Cape Of Good Films. The film will hit the floors on March 1, 2020. Atrangi Re will release on Valentine’s 2021.
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