Shahid Kapoor and Pooja Hegde to come together for a thriller

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In collaboration with Roy Kapur Films, the thriller was announced on the occasion of Pooja Hegde’s birthday on October 13.

By Bollywood Hungama News Network -

October 13, 2023 - 1:04 PM IST

Pooja Hegde, who was last seen alongside Salman Khan in Bollywood in Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan, is all set for another interesting entertainer. The actress, who is juggling between her South and Bollywood projects, is expected to have signed a thriller co-starring Shahid Kapoor. The announcement was made by production houses Zee Studios and Roy Kapur Films on the occasion of the actress’ birthday.

Shahid Kapoor and Pooja Hegde to come together for a thriller

Amid several birthday wishes that poured in for the actress, Zee Studios and producer Siddharth Roy Kapur decided to give their special gift, a thriller which will bring together with Shahid Kapoor for the first time. While most of the details are currently kept under wraps, it is said that the film will be directed by Rosshan Andrews, who will be making his Bollywood debut with this movie. Rosshan, who has been a prominent name in the Mollywood industry and has worked with superstars like Mohanlal, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Dulquer Salmaan, Jyothika, Manju Warrier, among others, will be directing this upcoming venture.

The makers announced the same on social media saying, “Our thrilling action-packed adventure just got a lot more exciting with birthday girl @hegdepooja joining us on this journey. Wishing a stellar day of fun and happiness to our lovely leading lady!” In the few photos posted by them on social media, it also featured one where the birthday girl is seen cutting cake on the special occasion.

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CEO Zee Studios Shariq Patel and Producer Siddharth Roy Kapur said, "Bringing Pooja Hegde on board was an easy decision for us as she's extremely versatile and promising. Her on-screen chemistry with any of the actors she is paired with is widely recognized, and we are sure audiences will get to see another side of her in this film. We are very happy to have her on board."

Actor Pooja Hegde shared her excitement about joining the cast and said, "It's a very special film with such an exciting yet different storyline. Rosshan Andrrews is known for weaving magic on the big screen, and I can't wait to start this journey and for the audience to see me in such a unique and different role. I'm also looking forward to working with Shahid Kapoor; he's a stellar performer, and I'm hopeful that our collaboration will be a memorable one."

As for the ongoing ventures, Shahid Kapoor, who was last seen in the JioCinema release Bloody Daddy, is planning to wrap up his untitled next with Kriti Sanon, post which he is expected to kick off this venture.

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