In April came the first announcement of Dangal actress Fatima Sana Shaikh and Fukrey Returns’ actor Ali Fazal to star in a horror comedy, Bhoot Police directed by Pavan Kirpalani. Today morning yet another pleasant news of the duo being joined by Saif Ali Khan and Arjun Kapoor. The film is set to go on floor by the end of 2020. Director Pavan confirmed the news as per reports in Mumbai Mirror, and expressed being thrilled to have these talented actors on board.
This spooky adventure is produced by Ramesh Taurani and Akshai Puri will see Saif and Arjun to play ghost hunters. Confirming the news, Pavan was quoted saying by the publication, “Arjun and Saif play a pair of ghost hunters in the film. The makers have been working towards getting the right ensemble on board for a while now. The film, produced by Ramesh Taurani and Akshai Puri, will roll by the year-end.” The director also shares Saif and Arjun being a perfect fit for the roles, and will add their touch of humour to the script.
“We are excited to bring this spooky adventure-comedy and really happy to have Saif and Arjun join the team as they are a perfect fit for this crazy entertainer. Both of them will be seen in very different avatars and will bring their trademark humour to the script,” he added.
Pavan who had earlier helmed Phobia, Ragini MMS shares the script of Bhoot Police being close to his heart keeping in mind the interesting adventure element of the plot. Also he feels the film needs to be mounted on a certain scale to up its element of providing chills and thrills along with a dose of laughter. ALSO READ: 50-Year-Old Saif Ali Khan Credits Mother Sharmila Tagore For A Beautiful Inheritance; Find Out What It Is