Akshay Kumar to reunite with Mission Mangal director Jagan Shakti for a sci-fi venture? Here's what we know | Bollywood Life

Akshay Kumar is undoubtedly the busiest actor of B-Town. While the hit machine is currently juggling between multiple projects, the latest reports suggest that he is reuniting with Mission Mangal director Jagan Shakti for an untitled sci-fi venture, where Akki will play a double role. As per the Bollywood Hungama report, a source close to the development said, “After Jagan Shakti’s direction of Mission Mangal, it was an easy choice for Akshay Kumar to rope him in as the director of this new venture. The two of them, Shakti and Kumar have established a working relationship that has paid off in the past so it made the choice of Shakti directing this new venture that much more easier.” Also Read – Bachchan Pandey: Arshad Warsi drops a MAJOR HINT about the plot; says, ‘I have crazy scenes with Akshay Kumar’ [Exclusive]

Sharing the details of the film, the source informed, “Though the film has not yet been titled, it is being said that it will be a science fiction entertainer that will be made on a massive scale. Given the VFX work that will be required for the project, Akshay Kumar is pulling out all stops in terms of budgetary expense.” Speaking about the character details, the source added, “Interestingly, the film that Shakti will be directing will feature Akshay Kumar in a double role. Though at the moment details of each of the roles are unavailable, it is safe to say that both roles Kumar will portray in the film are sure to keep fans grinning.” Also Read – Proud son-in-law Akshay Kumar posts a handwritten note of Tenet director Christopher Nolan for Dimple Kapadia

Meanwhile, Akshay Kumar will be next seen in films like Sooryavanshi, Atrangi Re, Prithivraj and other projects. Talking about Prithviraj, the period warrior drama marks the acting debut of former Miss World, Manushi Chhillar. She recently resumed the shoot of the film and said, “I’m thrilled to be back on the sets of Prithviraj as I awfully missed the set life. I look forward to be on shoot every day because I’m absorbing a lot and I’m loving it. I was excited to be on sets with Akshay sir because I’ve learnt so much from him and there is so much more to learn.” She added, “I consider myself fortunate to be working with the team and everyone has been wonderful. It is daunting when you debut and you want to do your best and give it your all. Everyone including Akshay sir are all very supportive and encouraging.” Also Read – Veteran actor Shivkumar Verma battling for his life; CINTAA implores Akshay Kumar, Vidya Balan, Salman Khan for aid

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