Actor Arjun Rampal is not any longer a part of Apoorva Lakhia’s remake of “Zanjeer”. He was earlier slated to essay the a part of Sher Khan, played by Pran within the 1973 original, but date hassles played spoilsport.
“Arjun Rampal isn't doing the film. He had some date issues so he couldn't do the film,” Lakhia told IANS.
The role was reportedly first offered to Sanjay Dutt even before Arjun was approached for it. But Lakhia dismissed it as mere speculation.
“It’s all media speculation. We never considered anyone else as opposed to Arjun for this role. We haven't yet decided who could be replacing Arjun within the film. Talks are on,” he added.
Produced by Amit Mehra and directed by Lakhia, the “Zanjeer” remake features southern star Ram Charan Teja because the male lead. He'll reprise megastar Amitabh Bachchan’s role from the original.
Actress Priyanka Chopra will essay the a part of Mala, originally played by Jaya Bachchan. – IANS
