Sanjay Leela Bhansali approaches Kareena Kapoor Khan for magnum‑opus epic
Sanjay Leela Bhansali is pressing ahead with his next huge feature, a magnum‑opus mythological jungle adventure that is being positioned as one of the most ambitious films of his career. The filmmaker has approached Kareena Kapoor Khan to lead the project opposite Dhanush, who has already been locked as the male lead.
Bhansali is understood to be keen on signing Kapoor Khan for the principal female role, with early discussions already underway. While nothing has been confirmed, industry sources indicate that Kapoor Khan has shown interest in the film, which is being mounted on a grand scale with extensive world‑building and premium production values.
The script is presently in development, with pre‑production slated to begin in November. The makers are aiming to take the film on the floors in January 2027, with a long and complex shoot expected due to the film’s scale and technical requirements.
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If Kapoor Khan signs the project, it will mark her first collaboration with Bhansali, ending their long‑standing fallout over ‘Devdas’. The film is being internally described as a prestige title designed for global theatrical rollout, with filming scheduled to commence in January 2027.
