Anupam Kher to essay the role of ex-Prime Minister Manmohan Singh

Senior actor Anupam Kher who has a rich repertoire of movies will soon be seen playing the role of ex-Prime Minister of India, Manmohan Singh. Reports in a leading daily suggest that the first look will be unveiled on Wednesday. The movie will be based on Sanjay Baru’s book ‘The Accidental Prime Minister: The Making and Unmaking of Manmohan Singh’ and will be written by Hansal Mehta. Reportedly, debutant Vijay Ratnakar Gutte will be helming the film.

According to a media report, Anupam Kher said, “Acting the role of anyone in contemporary history is extremely challenging, as comparisons are bound to be instant and inevitable. But as I have always revelled in challenges, right from my first film ‘Saaransh’, I look forward to the experience of portraying PM Manmohan Singh.” (Also Read: Anupam Kher joins the team of Varun Dhawan’s ‘Judwaa 2’)

Apart from this project, the actor will be seen in David Dhawan’s ‘Judwaa 2’ which stars Varun Dhawan in a double role and actresses like Jacqueline Fernandez and Taapsee Pannu. He will also be seen in Akshay Kumar and Bhumi Pednekar-starrer ‘Toilet: Ek Prem Katha’ which is directed by Shree Narayan Singh.

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