Dil Hi Toh Hai: 'Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2' fame Omkar Kapoor bags LEAD role in 'K3G' remake!

The much-awaited TV remake of iconic film 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham' is in the news since the last few weeks now. Various popular names like Varun Sood, Mrunal Thakur, Erica Fernandes among others were said to be approached to play the lead roles in the remake of Karan Johar's much-loved film starring Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan, Hrithik Roshan and Kareena Kapoor in central characters. Now, latest reports suggest that the makers have signed the makers have found their male lead & he's none other than 'Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2' fame Omkar Kapoor. Star-cast of 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham' (Photo: Web) Yes, you read that right! KABHI KHUSHI KABHI GHAM TV Remake: Meet the Yashvardhan aka Amitabh Bachchan of the show The actor, who started his acting career as a child actor with 'Masoom' in 1996, will play the role of an ambitious guy named 'Ritwik Noon'. Omkar confirmed the news to a leading daily & said that, "Getting a chance to be part of the television industry, especially with Ekta ma'am, makes me feel blessed. On the work front, my character, Ritwik, is ambitious and a go-getter. On the personal front, he is a charmer." Omkar in a still from 'PKP 2' (Photo: Web) 'Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon' actor as NEGATIVE LEAD in 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham' TV remake! The 'Chota Bacha Jaan Ke' fame actor further told Mid-Day & said, "TV has a wide audience and I want to make a mark in the industry. I'm looking forward to showcasing my talent and earning the love of the audience." On the career front, the actor recently made his digital debut with the web-series 'Kaushiki' co-starring Sayani Gupta, Namit Das among others. The 'K3G' remake will be aired on 'Sony TV'. Are you excited for the show? Do tell us in the comments section below!