Sushant Singh Rajput replaces Hrithik Roshan

Sushant Singh Rajput replaced Hrithik Roshan not only in Ashutosh Gowariker’s next project but  also in Shekhar Kapur’s ‘Paani’. After waiting for a year long, Hrithik failed to give him date. Ashutosh could not wait more and he has signed new boy Sushant Singh Rajput. It is a historic movie based on Mohenjodaro. Hrithik Roshan starred in Ashutosh Gowariker’s hit movie, ‘Jodha Akbar’ but he failed to allot date to the director.

Sushant Singh Rajput has not only replaced Hrithik in Gowariker’s movie but he was also signed by Shekhar Kapur for ‘Paani’. Hrithik was the first choice for the film but unable to accommodate date, he was replaced again.  

Shekhar Kapur said that this love story will change minds. “I hope this film melts hearts, as this story is about love caught in a cities’ war,” he added.

He clarified about Hrithik on his blog. He wrote,” Which Director in his right mind would ever give up a chance to work with Hrithik Roshan? He has been one of the most exciting actors in Hindi Cinema for a long time and a huge star to boot. Some years ago I predicted he would be the first Indian actor to hit Hollywood big time. Like I mean, really, in the A list.”

He also wrote,” ….to what Hrithik is today. The Super Hero. the man who is the protector, the man who can take on the world single-handedly. The man who knows he can take on the world singlehandedly. Hrithik evolved into Krish. And I realized I had left it too late…..So while I lost the chance to cast Hrithik in Paani, I hope that he would still agree to be in one of my next films. In Hollywood, probably.”

Talking about Sushant Singh Rajput, Shekhar said that he is an emerging actor in India. “It will be interesting and exciting to have him in Paani. The actor-director combination will be interesting,” he stated.

‘Paani’ is based on a book written by Maude Barlow and David Farr. It is about water crisis. The film will be produced by Yash Raj Films and will hit the floors by mid-2014. A.R Rahman will compose the music of the film.

Katrina Kaif all set to romance Sushant Singh Rajput

Sushant Singh Rajput is climbing the ladder of success slowly and steadily. After receiving accolades for his performance in ‘Kai Po Che’ and ‘Shuddh Desi Romance’, Sushant has bagged few more movies. He has been signed opposite Katrina Kaif for Abhishek Kapoor’s ‘Fitoor’ which is an adaptation from Charles Dicken's classic 'The Great Expectations'. ‘Fitoor’ will go on floor early next year.

"I am currently working on the script of 'Fitoor'. I am really excited about it and will start shooting early next year. I am blessed that Katrina and Sushant are equally excited about the film," Abhishek told PTI.

For the first time, Sushant and Katrina will be working together. Sushant has worked with Abhishek in ‘Kai Po Che’ but Abhishek will be directing Kat for the first time. Abhishek commented about the casting, "They best suit the characters involved in the movie. I don't know how they will evolve since it's too early to know but I am hoping it turns out to be good."

Speaking about the film, Abhishek quipped, " It's an adaptation of Charles Dicken's classic 'The Great Expectations' . The story about about an orphan boy who falls in love with a girl from a wealthy family but is hardhearted." He further added " I am really excited about the movie and so are Sushant and Katrina. They are perfectly suited for the role but it is yet to be seen how they will evolve as the characters."

‘Kai Po Che’ is India’s official entry to Oscar and he is pinning high hopes for the film’s victory.

"I really don't know what are the parameters for a movies selection to Oscars... I have full faith in the people taking the decision and may the best man win. There is a lot of effort gone into the film and as a filmmaker I am satisfied," said the director.  

Katrina is currently busy shooting ‘Bang Bang’ and Yash Raj Films ‘Dhoom 3’ opposite Aamir Khan while Sushant has been signed for Shekhar Kapoor’s ‘Paani’.