PRIYANKA CHOPRA TO STAR OPPOSITE SALMAN KHAN IN BHARAT

Salman Khan has started shooting for Ali Abbas Zafar's Bharat which is the remake of the South Korean Film, Ode to my Father. There were speculations regarding the leading lady in the film. However, now Priyanka Chopra and director Ali Abbas Zafar have confirmed that Priyanka will play the lead role opposite Salman Khan.

Priyanka told a leading daily; “I’m looking forward to working with Salman and Ali after a considerable time. I’ve learnt a lot from them during our previous collaborations and I am excited to see what this one has to offer. I’m also looking forward to working with Atul, Alvira and the entire team. To all my well-wishers who have been patient and supportive, thank you for your constant support and I’ll see you at the movies.”

Ali Abbas while confirming the news said; “Bharat is Priyanka’s homecoming to Bollywood after having proved herself as a performer in a global TV show, Quantico, and in Hollywood. Bharat is rooted in India and its culture, spans over seven decades and travels across the world. Priyanka is the biggest Indian artist globally today and a perfect fit for the film as she brings to the table her incredible talent and international appeal. Bharat is a mature, subtle love story and her character is the soul of the film. She stands shoulder-to-shoulder with Salman in his journey and is the catalyst who triggers what will be a turning point in the plot.”

Salman and Priyanka will be teaming up after 10 years.

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