THIS member of Akshay Kumar's FAMILY to make his Bollywood Debut

Veteran actress Dimple Kapadia's nephew and producer-entrepreneur Twinkle Khanna's cousin Karan Kapadia is set to make his Bollywood debut with Tony D'Souza and Vishal Ranas upcoming yet-untitled film.

"I've learnt to ride a horse and the bike. I've been swimming and I trained in martial arts for six months in Bangkok," Karan said in a statement.

Karan's Bollywood debut will be directed by Behzad Khambata.

The actor learnt the craft from Jeff Goldberg Studio. He said he was earlier obese at 112 kg, but following regular gymming, he is now a fit and healthy 88 kg on the weighing scale.

Karan's brother-in-law and actor Akshay Kumar shares a close association with D'Souza. They have worked together on two films -- "Blue" and "Boss".

Jointly produced by Shrikant Bhasi, Nishant Pitti, D'Souza and Rana, the film is slated to release next year.

(Credits: IANS)