Jackie Shroff Joins Ali Abbas Zafar on the Sets of Bharat - See Pics
The film boasts of an ensemble cast with names like Salman Khan, Katrina Kaif, Disha Patani, Sunil Grover, Tabu and Jackie Shroff.
After wrapping up the Malta schedule, the makers of Bharat are all set to begin shooting for the next. But this time, the schedule has kicked off without the hero of the film, Salman Khan. While Salman is off to Goa to shoot for Bigg Boss 12, Ali Abbas Zafar, the director of Bharat, has started shooting with Jackie Shroff. The filmmaker shared photos of Jackie from the sets of Bharat and the duo seem to be quite enjoying each other's company. Bharat: Jackie Shroff to Play Salman Khan’s Dad, Here’s How Ali Abbas Zafar Zeroed to Cast Him for the Period Drama.
Shroff has joined the team to play Salman Khan’s father in the much-awaited flick. Zafar confirmed the news about Shroff stepping in to play the part, saying, “We met Jaggu da in London and discussed his dates and looks. I have wanted to work with him for a long time as I feel he is the perfect amalgamation of a star and actor. I was very glad as Jackie sir instantly agreed with the story to do the film in just 20 mins of narration.”
The film boasts of an ensemble cast with names like Salman Khan, Katrina Kaif, Disha Patani, Sunil Grover, Tabu and Jackie Shroff. A substantial part of Bharat depicts the bond shared between a father and son, which was made evident in the teaser, which was released on Independence day. The under one-miniute clip spread like wild fire creating a frenzy across quarters, raising the anticipation for the film.
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