Anil Kapoor to Star on Hit US TV Show '24'
March 24 2009 19:30 PST
In case you haven't heard yet, big time Bollywood star Anil Kapoor will be guest starring on one of the hottest American TV shows going today! Yes, Anil Kapoor will be alongside movie-turned-television star Kiefer Sutherland on an episode of '24.'
Anil Kapoor's role will be an Indian counter-terrorist cop.That's definitely a major change from his role as the game show host from the popular and Academy Award winning film 'Slumdog Millionaire.' Although this news is being widely rumored and reported, Anil Kapoor has played it cool and low-key, not wanting to divulge further details.
"It's too early to say something," said Kapoor. Negotiations are still going on.So, I can't confirm you anything at this stage. It's my agency in L.A. which is handing all that."
It is not known for how long Anil Kapoor will be on the popular US show. '24' is shown on Fox as well as 'American Idol' where we're currently seeing desi favorite Anoop Desai. Fox is definitely looking to add more desi to your prime time schedule.
"Anil would play Jack Bauer's counterpart in India. It's not known yet whether Anil will appear in just one episode of whether he'll be a recurring character. Either way the producers are very excited about having him onboard," said a source from the production house.
For those that aren't too familiar with '24' it is an American espionage crime thriller featuring Jack Bauer (Kiefer Sutherland) as a cop who fights domestic and terrorist activities. It is one of the most successful thriller shows in history. Think of it as a new age 'Mission: Impossible.' Anil Kapoor definitely locked up quite the role. Hopefully he's around for more than just one episode.
So what do you guys think about Anil Kapoor getting some small screen shine?Do you think '24' is a great show for him to continue to showcase the talent we have seen from him for a long time? Will you watch the show when he comes on?http://www.desihits.com/blog/article/anil-kapoor-to-star-on-hit-us-tv-show-24-20090324
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