Salman Khan is set to play Karna in filmmaker Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s upcoming film. This marks their first collaboration and is expected to be based on the legendary Mahabharata character.
According to few reports the project has been confirmed though details about the story and cast are still under wraps without fail.
Karna is known for his courage, loyalty, generosity and tragic journey in the epic. Salman’s casting has already created curiosity among fans.
Mehra is known for films like Rang De Basanti, Delhi-6 and Bhaag Milkha Bhaag.
Meanwhile, Salman has several projects lined up, including Maatrubhumi: May War Rest In Peace, SVC63 with Vamshi Paidipally and an upcoming project with Raj & DK. He is also hosting Bigg Boss 20.
Salman Khan is all set to explore a never-seen-before character!
Reports suggest that the superstar will collaborate with Rakesh Omprakash Mehra, the director of Rang De Basanti, for an upcoming project where he is reportedly set to play Karna.
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