Sajid Nadiadwala's action comedy Bachchan Pandey now ropes in another Bollywood superstar to the ensemble cast. The versatile cast of Akshay Kumar, Kriti Sanon, Arshad Warsi now brings Jacqueline Fernandez aboard for this fun ride. Jacqueline will be reuniting with Akshay Kumar for the fourth time as prior to Bachchan Pandey, the actress was seen along with Akki in Housefull 2, Housefull 3 and Brothers. The actress also expressed being thrilled as it will mark her 8th film with Sajid Nadiadwala’s production banner.
Jacqueline excitedly shares, “I was very new to the industry when I did the ‘Dhanno’ song in Housefull for Nadiad and our bond & friendship goes way back then. I am elated to be back working with him and Bachchan Pandey will mark our 8th film together after Judwaa & Housefull series. I can't wait to reunite with with Akshay once again. It's a crazy mad ride always with him and I am sure we will have a blast together.”
Talking about the shoot schedule she shares, "I’m looking forward to begin the shoot in January with them. I can't spill the beans on my character yet but I can tell you it's a totally different avatar.”
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This film will be an altogether different experience for us as we would be shooting in the new normal owing to the on-going pandemic but as we say the show must go on. With the precautions and norms for Covid -19 which would be taken care of, I am extremely excited to be at my 'Happy Place' with Sajid, Akshay and have a gala time. ALSO READ: Bachchan Pandey: After Jolly LLB Franchise Arshad Warsi Reunites With Akshay Kumar; Film To Go On Floors From January Next Year
She further adds, “I have just finished shooting for a film while the other one is going on and I’m set to roll for Bachchan Pandey soon post which I’ll be back with Nadiad directing Salman & Myself for Kick2.” she signs off.
Jacqueline begins shooting with Akshay, Kriti & Arshad from first week of January in Jaisalmer. Directed by Farhad Samji, the film will be reportedly shot in places like Gadisar Lake and Jaisalkot. ALSO READ: Bachchan Pandey: Gangster Akshay Kumar And Journalist Kriti Sanon To Commence Shoot From January 2021 – Reports
Akshay Kumar's eponymous character Bachchan Pandey is a gangster who aspires to be an actor. Meanwhile, Kriti Sanon will essay the role of a journalist, who harbours dreams of becoming a film director. Recently, Arshad Warsi has been roped in to play the role of Bachchan Pandey's friend.
Bachchan Pandey also marks Sajid Nadiadwala's 10th collaboration with Akshay Kumar. ALSO READ: Aamir Khan’s Laal Singh Chaddha To Get A Solo Christmas Release After Akshay Kumar Moves Bachchan Pandey
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