Thugs of Hindostan: Popular 'Kumkum Bhagya' actress to join Big B & Aamir Khan!

In an unexpected turn of events, TV soap 'Kumkum Bhagya' popular actress Mrunal Thakur has reportedly bagged the lead role opposite Aamir Khan in YRF's 'Thugs of Hindostan'. Mrunal Thakur Mrunal with 'Kumkum Bhagya co-star Shabbir Ahluwalia Earlier there were rumours that actresses like Vaani Kapoor and Alia Bhatt were in the running to bag the prized role opposite Mr. Perfectionist in the Vijay Krishna Acharya directorial. Another famous actor approached for Big B, Aamir’s ‘Thugs of Hindostan’ There are rumours that producer Aditya Chopra was keen to cast Befikre star Vaani Kapoor opposite Aamir in the film. It is being said that Vaani didn't impress Aamir and hence the makers decided to go with a fresh face. Aamir Khan wanted Alia Bhatt opposite him in the film Producer Aditya Chopra wanted 'Befikre' girl Vaani Kapoor opposite Aamir A source told a leading portal that, “None of this is true. Aamir was keen to have Alia Bhatt paired opposite him, but she doesn’t have dates till next year and Adi and Aamir want to start the film by early 2017. Then, Adi wanted to sign his blue-eyed girl Vaani Kapoor instead, but Aamir wasn’t too keen. He felt a completely fresh face would be better. Kumkum Bhagya actress Mrunal Thakur is being considered for the role and has undergone a look test already." Mrunal played the role of 'Bulbul' in 'Kumkum Bhagya' PICS & VIDEOS: Aamir Khan at Geeta Phogat’s MARRIAGE in Haryana; Dubs ‘Dangal’ as his WEDDING GIFT to her! While talking to DNA, the source further added that, "Director Vijay Krishna Acharya (Victor), Aamir and Adi are looking at a couple of other options as well after which they will sit down and take a joint decision.” The film also stars Amitabh Bachchan for the first time with Aamir Khan in an important role. No official announcement has been made by the makers on this development till now!