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

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!

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.

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.

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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