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Hrithik Roshan is all set to play Buddha in Shyam Benegal’s next

Back to Section Stories Posted On Tuesday, December 25, 2007

Vickey Lalwani

Hrithik Roshan
If all goes well, Hrithik Roshan will star in Shyam Benegal’s upcoming film based on the life of Buddha. The film will be co-produced by two production houses from Sri Lanka and Benegal himself.When contacted, Benegal confirmed that he had approached Hrithik. He said,” Hrithik is quite keen to do the film and has asked for the script. Right now, we are working on putting the script together.”The script will be written by Atul Tiwari. Benegal added, “We will take some time to get the script in place. But yes, I am keen on casting Hrithik. I feel he will suit the character of Buddha. His facial features are appropriate for the role.”

Shyam Benegal
Benegal further said that he did not have anybody in mind for the female lead as yet. However, this film will be different from the usual Benegal film, with a more mainstream flavour. “It will be a very expensive project. I am looking forward to it,” Benegal said.

Best known for making realistic films like Nishant and Mandi, Benegal at the moment, is busy giving finishing touches to his romantic comedy Mahadev, slated for release in March 2008. Shreyas Talpade and Amrita Rao play the lead roles in Mahadev.