Samantha, Nayanthara not part of Salman Khan films: Report
What's the story
Recent reports suggested that South Indian actors Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Nayanthara were in talks to star opposite Bollywood superstar Salman Khan in his upcoming projects. However, a recent report by Variety India says Raj Nidimoru denied the Prabhu-related rumor, and the Nayanthara casting rumor was also rejected by a source close to the development. Here's more.
Role details
Khan to feature in a superhero actioner
Nidimoru and Krishna DK's project is said to be a superhero actioner with Khan playing a reluctant hero. The script reportedly appealed to Khan because he would not be donning a cape or mask but rather portraying an everyday man facing daily struggles. This realism was supposedly attractive to the superstar who has been struggling with box office failures in recent times.
Upcoming films
Meanwhile, Khan is also set to star in this project
Another high-budget film featuring Khan, produced by Dil Raju and directed by Vamshi Padipally, was reportedly scheduled to begin shooting after April. The movie is reportedly set for an Eid 2027 release. There were also reports of an ensemble cast with actors from both Bollywood and the South Indian film industry, including Nayanthara opposite Khan. However, a source close to the development has denied rumors of Nayanthara being cast as well.