Mumbai: Former 'Bigg Boss 7' contestant Vivek Mishra who's a professionally a Nude Yoga Guru has joined the cast of "Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi", starring actress Kangana Ranaut.

Known for his infamous nude yoga techniques, Vivek also gained attention with his fights inside BB 7 house with co-contestants Armaan Kohli and Kushal Tandon. Mishra, in the past, has also accused Shweta Tiwari's former actor-husband Raja Chaudhary of attempting to rape on him.

Vivek said in a statement - "I'm really happy to star in the film(Manikarnika). The film itself will help to educate the generation. It will teach the meaning of love for the nation. Queen of Jhansi was an inspiring figure". 

Vivek Mishra inside 'Bigg Boss 7' sitting with co-contestants Asif Sheikh, Sangram Singh, Tanisha Mukherjee and VJ Andy (Pic: Colors)

"I enjoy being a part of such movies. Earlier, I was a part of Aamir Khan's 'Mangal Pandey: The Rising'," he added.

On his role in the upcoming film, he said: "I am playing Sipahsalar. My role will be close to Jhalkari Bai, portrayed by actress Ankita Lokhande."

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Vivek finds Kangana "kind as we can imagine how Laksmi Bai was. She has a very pure and lovely soul. She is beautiful and amazingly talented".

Vivek Mishra during his exit from the 'Bigg Boss 7' house. Kushal Tandon hugs him while Armaan Kohli watches. (Pic: Colors)

Vivek was also in news for his unfortunate fatal accident he met with, in September 2017. He had told TOI, then - "I'm recovering now. Thanks to my god and well wishers, I am safe and recovering. I met with an accident last night. I am now done with my CT scan. My Mercedes is in pieces. Worst was that cops were busy clicking pictures rather than helping me or getting me first aid". 

Vivek had entered the Bigg Boss house as a wild card during season 7 which was won by Gauahar Khan.

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(With inputs from IANS)