Desi Boyz (new pictures updated P.29)

Bye, desi girl 'coz desi boys Akshay Kumar and John Abraham are back in their hit jodi, this time in debutant director Rohit Dhawan's film.

David Dhawan's son Rohit is ready to follow in his father's footsteps. His debut film as director, Eros International's "Desi Boyz", which is written by him and stars Akshay Kumar, John Abraham, Deepika Padukone and Chitrangda Singh, is currently under production. And Eros is taking their association with Rohit to the next level by joining hands with him for his next project as well. "I couldn't have asked for more," says an excited Rohit. "I have wonderful producers and an awesome cast. Now, I hope to fulfill my cinematic dreams to the full through my debut film."

Sunil Lulla, managing director, Eros International Media Ltd, said, "We have enjoyed some great successes such as "Partner" with David Dhawan, and are now looking forward to working with his son, Rohit. We are confident of him joining the ranks of leading directors in the industry." Ram Mirchandani, chief creative officer of the production house, added, "With the audience's taste getting so evolved, it is important for them to have an emotional connect with the film, besides being able to laugh their heads off. The script of "Desi Boyz" is that, and much more." The film has successfully completed its first schedule in Mumbai, and will commence its next schedule in London this month. It is slated for a November release. So, are you ready for some serious fun?

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