Much before Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor starrer Stree released, Akshay Kumar’s and Vidya Balan’s Bhool Bhulaiya was the perfect film to fall under the horror-comedy genre. Now the film is getting a sequel soon. The script of the film is still under works but the hunt for the leading man has already begun. The first film directed by Priyadarshan was primarily a comedy but the sequel will have more serious elements.
As per reports published in an entertainment website, Farhad Samji will be helming the film. Although, no one as the main male lead has been finalized the makers are apparently looking to zero down among Vicky Kaushal, Rajkummar Rao and Ayushmann Khurrana as the main protagonist. The young guns have been shortlisted for the lead role in the film.
A source told the website, “The script of the film is almost done and so as to not waste time, the makers have begun the casting process. Till now, the options for the male lead have been brought down to just three names. Vicky Kaushal, Ayushmann Khurrana and Rajkummar Rao are the three names that have been shortlisted. There will be more follow ups, screen tests, look tests and the likes after which either one of the three will be cast in the lead role of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2. Vicky Kaushal, Ayushmann Khurrana and Rajkummar Rao have each had their share of success at the box office, and each of them have proved they have what it takes to feature in a comedy. In fact, it is a tough call right now since each of the three have their own strengths.”
Well, we can’t wait to see who bags the role and steps into Akshay’s shoes in Bhool Bhulaiya 2. Watch this space for more updates.
(Source: BoxOfficeIndia/Bollywood Hungama)
