Farhan Akhtar Bags Lead In Ashutosh Gowariker’s Movie; To Play Forest Ranger!

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Lagaan Filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker is also known for his stunning magnum opus – the period drama film  ‘Jodhaa Akbar’.

However, after ‘Mohenjo Daro’ and ‘Panipat’, Gowariker has decided to mix things up a little and will now be experimenting with contemporary action!

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Farhan Akhtar and Ashutosh Gowariker To Collab For ‘Forest Preservation’ Movie

As per Peeping Moon report, Ashutosh will be collaborating with Excel Entertainment banner for this project – which is reportedly going to tackle the issues of forest preservation. It’s touted to be a tribute to the foresters who brave dangers to protect our natural heritage.

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Farhan To Play A Forest Ranger

What’s even more exciting is that Farhan Akhtar will be essaying the lead role of a forest ranger; an officer charged with the patrolling and guarding of a forest. The casting hunt for the villain opposite Akhtar is still on.

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Javed Akhtar Is Writing This Film

Reportedly, the film will be backed by a huge budget, and renowned lyricist Javed Akhtar is also going to make his comeback to screenplay writing with this project.

“This project is believed to be a special one as Farhan’s father, the legendary Javed Akhtar himself is writing this film with a team of writers. It will mark his comeback as a story and screenplay writer after almost 15 years. The scripting is currently at the final stage and will likely be locked by the year-end,” said an industry source.

This forest drama is expected to go on floors mid-next year. 

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