Shah Rukh Khan |
Shah Rukh is probably the only star who has had the most impressive track record with the banner, starting with Darr. The leading ladies - Rani and Preity - have clearly emerged as the favourites despite their flops. A reliable source from the production house informs, "We are taking extreme measures to ensure one big hit next year. Shah Rukh is our lucky mascot and after Chak De's stupendous performance at the box- office he is definitely the best choice. In fact, SRK, Rani and Preity form the ideal cast."
The agenda is to discuss a few concepts and involve the actors in the ideation process. Aditya has already had a long-drawn discussion with good friend Shah Rukh, and they will finalise the deal in the coming week. If sources are to be believed, Aditya Chopra is keen on taking the baton of direction. From what we hear, he is no mood to experiment with first-time directors and if required he will script and even direct the film, starring SRK. Also, he has delayed his ambitious sequel, Dhoom 3.
Rani Mukherji & Preity Zinta |
The films releasing next year include Tashan featuring Saif Ali Khan, Akshay Kumar, Anil Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor, Jugal Hansraj's animated film Roadside Romeo, Kunal Kohli's intense love story starring Saif Ali Khan and Rani Mukherji, and another film with Madhuri Dixit.
When contacted, Monica Bhattacharya, spokesperson for Yashraj Films, however, denied that any such meeting was being planned.
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