Two of industry's biggest names are all set to collaborate for their next project. We are talking about Salman Khan and Sanjay Leela Bhansali. There have been several speculations about the two coming together for a project and now, it has been reported that Bhansali will be directing a love story next which will have Salman has the male lead. As per a report in Mumbai Mirror, a source close to the development has confirmed the news saying how Salman and SLB discussed the idea even before Padmaavat released and the actor gave his nod back then itself. “He had discussed the idea with Salman before the release of his last directorial, Padmaavat. Salman is equally excited to collaborate with him,” the source adds. "Both of them have been looking to team up on a film for a while now. Everything has finally fallen into place," the source added further. Shahid Kapoor Opens About His RIFT With Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh and Sanjay Leela Bhansali.

Prerna Singh, the CEO of Bhansali Productions, confirmed the news saying, “Yes, Salman Khan and Sanjay Leela Bhansali are reuniting after 19 years for a love story. Their collaboration is the best thing that can happen in terms of story-telling.” Ishaan Khatter's Next Movie to Be With Sanjay Leela Bhansali?

It is also being said that the project would be jointly produced by Bhansali and Salman. While they are yet to decide on the official date of when the film will go on floors, it is likely that Salman will first finish Dabanng 3 and then start shooting for Bhansali's next in September. “The other members of the cast will be signed soon. The female lead will be an A-lister and they are looking at a 2020 release,” said the source adding that Bhansali will score the music himself. Sounds pretty interesting! We cannot wait for this project to go on floors, how about you?

 

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