Did Aamir Khan choose Alia Bhatt over Vaani Kapoor?

Aamir Khan announced his next film with director Vijay Krishna Aacharya last year.

Later it was confirmed that the makers even got megastar Amitabh Bachchan on board for the project. Also the film's production company, Yash Raj films had been searching for a suitable actress to play the leading lady in the film.

Earlier, there were reports that 'Befikre' actress Vaani Kapoor might be roped in for the role but it was Aamir who wasn't convinced with the idea.

As per fresh reports, instead of Vaani, Aamir suggested Alia Bhatt's name to Aditya Chopra (Chairman-Yash Raj Films).

A report in a popular tabloid has quoted a source informing, "Aamir is keen on casting Alia as he considers her to be far more established actress in the current lot, but nothing has been finalized yet". (sic)

Aamir and Vijay had worked together in 'Dhoom 3'. The film marks Big B and Aamir's first film together. Well, this collaboration between the duo has raised the expectation bars among the fans and followers.

Aamir had even expressed his happiness for getting to work with Amitji. He had posted a message on his twitter account last year, which read:

The movie will be releasing in Diwali, 2018.

(Credits: Mumbai Age)