In August this year, filmmaker Karan Johar finally announced his next directorial venture after 'Ae Dil Hai Mushkil', titled 'Takht' with a huge star-cast. The much-anticipated period drama will star Ranveer Singh, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Alia Bhatt, Janhvi Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal and Bhumi Pednekar. Earlier there were reports that, Ranveer's 'Gully Boy' co-star Alia Bhatt will be paired opposite him. But now, the latest reports suggest that Ranveer will be seen romancing 'Dhadak' actress Janhvi Kapoor in 'Takht' and not Alia Bhatt.

KJo to direct 'Takht' (Photo: Twitter)

Reportedly, Alia will be seen opposite her 'Raazi' co-star Vicky Kaushal. Yes, you read that right!

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Speaking about the same, a source confirmed and told Bollywood Life that, "Alia Bhatt will be paired with Vicky Kaushal in Takht. The two have shared screen space before in the critically acclaimed and commercially successful Raazi. On the other hand, Ranveer Singh will be romancing Janhvi Kapoor."

Ranveer Singh with Alia Bhatt (Photo: Web)

If this turns out to be true then Janhvi might be seen as Nadira Banu Begum who got married to Dara Shukoh (played by Ranveer) and died before her husband got executed whereas Ali may play Auragzeb's wife Dilras Banu Begum.

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Janhvi Kapoor (Photo: Instagram)

Speaking about the film, 'Takht' is based on the relationship between brothers - Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb and Dara Shukoh. As reported above, Ranveer will play Dara whereas the 'Sanju' actor will be seen as Aurangzeb.

The flick will hit the theatres in 2020.

Stay tuned for more updates!