It's Official! Akshay Kumar, Sara Ali Khan & Dhanush To Feature In Aanand L Rai's 'Atrangi Re'

'Atrangi Re' will go on floors on March 1 & is slated to hit the theatres on Valentine's Day next year.

After making films like 'Tanu Weds Manu', 'Raanjhana' & 'Zero', filmmaker Aanand L Rai is set to entertain audience with his next film. His next film, titled 'Atrangi Re', features Sara Ali Khan & Dhanush in lead roles whereas the makers have roped in superstar Akshay Kumar for a special role. While Akshay & Sara are working with Aanand L Rai for the first time, 'Atrangi Re' marks the director's reunion with Dhanush after the success of 2013 film 'Raanjhana'. Film's lead actress Sara Ali Khan shared the great news with fans on social media. The 'Simmba' actress took to her social media account today (January 30) and announced the film. Posting few pictures with 'Atrangi Re' co-stars Akshay & Dhanush on Instagram, Sara wrote, "I can’t believe my luck... My next film: ATRANGI RE. Blessed to be working with @aanandlrai sir.. In an @arrahman musical and so thankful to have @akshaykumar sir join hands with the extremely talented and incredibly humble @dhanushkraja and myself. Presented by @itsbhushankumar's @TSeries, @cypplofficial & #capeofgoodfilms. And written by Himanshu Sharma Sir. CANNOT WAIT TO START. And cannot wait to come. Again, on Valentine’s Day 14th February 2021‼️" Take a look at her post below (SWIPE LEFT):

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I can’t believe my luck ????????☀️???????? My next film ???? ???? : ATRANGI RE ???????? Blessed to be working with @aanandlrai sir ???????? ???? In an @arrahman musical ???? And so thankful to have @akshaykumar sir join hands with the extremely talented and incredibly humble @dhanushkraja and myself ???????????? Presented by @itsbhushankumar's @TSeries, @cypplofficial & #capeofgoodfilms ????????‍♀️ And written by Himanshu Sharma Sir ???????? CANNOT WAIT TO START???????? And cannot wait to come ⏰ Again, on Valentine’s Day ❤️ 14th February 2021‼️

A post shared by Sara Ali Khan (@saraalikhan95) on Jan 29, 2020 at 8:21pm PST

After Rajinikanth, Akshay Kumar To Appear On 'Man Vs Wild' With Bear Grylls; Actor Reaches Mysore For Shoot (PIC Inside) "I am thrilled to be working with Aanand L Rai, I have always admired the way he has showcased his stories. When he narrated the film to me I said yes to it within ten minutes. It is a very challenging character to play but at the same time it is such a special role that my heart just couldn't say no to it and I will remember it for the rest of my life," Akshay said in a statement. The 52-year-old actor also said that he looks to forward to working with the two lead actors. "My combination with Sara and Dhanush truly makes it true to its title - 'Atrangi'! And I know that Aanand in his special and simple way of storytelling will only add magic to it. As I said, my heart just couldn't let this one go," Akshay added. Speaking about roping in Akshay Kumar, Aanand said in a statement, "It takes a secure actor like Akshay to do such a role. He has been pushing the envelope and is always up for challenges." About his film's lead actors, Sara and Dhanush, the filmmaker said, "Their pairing is quite interesting and exciting. Fans will love the freshness these two will bring on the big screen." The director described "Atrangi Re" as a musical from noted composer A R Rahman and a project that is close to his heart. Written by National award winner Himanshu Sharma, presented by T Series, Colour Yellow Productions and Akshay'a Cape Of Good Films, 'Atrangi Re' will go on floors on March 1 and will release next year on Valentine's Day. (With inputs from PTI)