Anil Kapoor could be back in Hollywood soon. Though there has been quite some fanfare when he was signed for Cities exactly a year ago, the film didn't quite kick-start as per plans. Originally slated to move on floors in October last year, it went on hold for a while, hence making one wonder whether the film would indeed make any progress soon. However all rumours are being quashed, what with those related to the film confirming that the film is just about on course and it is only a question of time before it goes on floors.
"Yes, it was announced that Cities would go on floors late last year. It's unfortunate it didn't quite happen however the film could be made needless to say. In truth plans are already being prepare and all actors, whether Anil Kapoor, Kirsten Dunst, Orlando Bloom or Dominic Cooper, are kept posted on its progress. In all likelihood, the film would go on floors before the tip of year", informs our well placed source.
When announced, Cities had made quite some buzz because it could be directed by Roger Donaldson, the person who has called the shots for the likes of Al Pacino (The Recruit), Pierce Brosnan (Dante's Peak) and Jason Statham (The Bank Job). A thriller that brings together three different stories from London, Mumbai, and Big apple because the Dow Jones nears an all time high; it could feature Anil Kapoor as a Mumbai cop.
"The prime explanation for its delay is that unlike Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol, it doesn't boast of a large studio backup", the source continues, "IT'S an independent film, like the case was with Anil Kapoor's last big outing within the West - Slumdog Millionaire. Such films need their very own breathing space to get getting into. any case, this is a prestigious film with many top names involved. Makers plan to make an enormous announcement later this year."
Knowing how Slumdog Millionaire crossed all obstacles and turned out to be a cult outing globally, one expects Cities to copy the feat to boot. Meanwhile the delay has allowed Anil Kapoor to squeeze in a few Bollywood assignments within the available time. He said, "Yes, Cities will start on the end of the year. Before that I'D be wrapping up Race 2 and Shootout At Wadala."
