Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor will be seen playing the role of Karna in Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s adaptation of Mahabharat, as per the Bollywood Hungama report.
The film will be based on the point of view of Karna, the spiritual son of Surya and Duryodhana’s friend. However, it is still unclear whether the film will be a modern contemporary adaptation or if will the original mythological narrative. Produced by Ronnie Screwvala, the project is tentatively titled ‘Karna’ and is said to be the bankable project of the actor.
After the success of Kabir Singh, Shahid Kapoor will be next seen in Jersey, where he will be seen playing a cricketer. He has recently finished shooting the film.
Speaking about the film, he had said in a statement, “Telling stories that touch hearts and make a difference. Jersey is a story that speaks of a Phoenix rising from the ashes. The triumph of an indomitable spirit. If there was ever a time I could connect with the underlying spirit of a film this was it.” The film is all set to release on November 5, 2021.