Actor Taapsee Pannu might have just agreed to lead 'Aitraaz 2', which is being produced by Subhash Ghai and directed by Amit Rai of 'OMG 2' fame.
In Short
- Taapsee Pannu has been approached for 'Aitraaz 2'
- Producer Subhash Ghai announced 'Aitraaz 2' last November
- Pannu liked the script but hasn't signed yet
The makers of 'Aitraaz 2' have reached out to actor Taapsee Pannu to lead their female-centric story. The announcement for the film was made in November last year when producer Subhash Ghai mentioned Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and shared that he was ready for 'Aitraaz 2' after working on a fresh story for three years.
India Today Digital exclusively learnt that while Pannu hasn't signed on the dotted line yet, she liked the story. A source close to the production said, "From what we hear, Taapsee has been given a script reading for 'Aitraaz 2', but there’s no confirmation on her end or from the production team yet. Right now, it's all speculation, but if she does come on board, it will be exciting to watch."
The 37-year-old is known for making independent, strong choices in the industry by representing real-life women on-screen. In 'Aitraaz', which was released in 2004, Priyanka played a femme fatale role when women were only imagined as good-ideal wives and lovers on-screen.
While talking about the same in his announcement post, Ghai appreciated Chopra for agreeing to do a role which no other actor dared to.
He wrote, "BOLD AND BEAUTIFUL
PRIYANKA CHOPRA DARED N DID IT. That’s why cine lovers can not forget her performance even after 20 years today in #AITRAZ - produced my Mukta arts. When she was too apprehensive to do this role of an ardent ambitious woman, she did it with full confidence. Now MUKTA ARTS is ready for AITRAZ 2 with a finest script with 3 years of hard work. Just wait n watch (sic)."
It now seems like he has finally found his new leading lady who has dared to say yes again. Pannu and Mukta Arts are yet to officially announce the same.
The first 'Aitraaz' also featured Akshay Kumar and Kareena Kapoor Khan in the lead roles. The late Amrish Puri was also seen in a significant role.
'Aitraaz 2' is being directed by Amit Rai, who previously helmed 'Oh My God 2'.