It is Harman, not Ranbir

Now it can be told.

The star Sanjay Leela Bhansali has zeroed in on to act with Amitabh Bachchan and Vidya Balan in his film Chenab Gandhi is newcomer Harman Baweja.

There were rumours that Bhansali wanted Ranbir Kapoor, who he launched last year with Saawariya, but Ranbir's hands were full. However, Bhansali, at the time clarified that Ranbir had not been approached and that he wouldn't cast someone who didn't suit a particular role.

Bhansali who has been getting terrific feedback about Harman felt he was perfect for the role. "I'm very impressed with him, he has great screen presence, and everyone who has dealt with Harman from the industry is very positive," said Bhansali, who has turned producer for the first time with this film, to be directed by his assistant Vibhu Puri. "Harman's talented, sincere and hard working and I'm looking forward to shooting with him."

Meanwhile, newcomer Harman, whose debut film Love Story 2050 is not yet released, is delighted to be working with two legends of Bollywood on his next film, Bachchan and Bhansali. "It's a dream come true. When I got a call from Bhansali's production house, I couldn't believe my luck," said the excited actor who also has an Ashutosh Gowarikar's film on hand.
Vidya, too is elated. "Vibhu Puri has written a script that's almost lyrical in quality," said the actress who is looking forward to her role in the film, as "all the actresses in Bhansali's films are always portrayed beautifully."