Salman Khan's bodyguard Shera's son to debut in Bollywood?
What's the story
Abir Singh, the son of Salman Khan's long-time bodyguard Gurmeet Singh Jolly (popularly known as Shera), is reportedly set to make his Bollywood debut with a film titled Tarzan. The news has been circulating for some time now, but details about the project remain scarce. It is yet to be confirmed if Khan is involved with the film in any capacity.
Casting details
Singh to reportedly star alongside Sooraj Pancholi
According to a report by Filmfare, Singh will share screen space with Sooraj Pancholi in Tarzan.
The film's director, production banner, and other cast members are yet to be revealed.
This news brings the focus back on Pancholi, who made his Bollywood debut with Khan's 2015 film Hero.
Star maker
Khan has previously launched these actors
Over the years, Khan has been instrumental in launching several actors in Bollywood.
Sonakshi Sinha made her debut opposite him in Dabangg, while Zareen Khan was introduced in Veer.
Daisy Shah debuted as a leading lady opposite him in Jai Ho, and Saiee Manjrekar also entered Hindi films with Dabangg 3.
His production banner has launched Warina Hussain and Aayush Sharma with Loveyatri.
Long-awaited launch
Earlier reports about Singh's debut
The news of Khan launching Shera's son first came out in 2022.
Back then, it was reported that the superstar was actively involved in developing the movie.
The project was reportedly supposed to be directed by veteran actor-filmmaker Satish Kaushik, who passed away in March 2023.
Future films
Meanwhile, here's what is happening with Khan's upcoming projects
On the acting front, Khan has Maatrubhumi and SVC63 lined up.
Directed by Apoorva Lakhia, Maatrubhumi was earlier scheduled to release in April this year but was later postponed, with no new date announced yet.
Meanwhile, SVC63 is currently in production.
Directed by Vamshi Paidipally, it also stars Nayanthara as the female lead and is scheduled for an Eid release next year.