There have been a lot of speculations around Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt starrer ‘Shiddat’. The project is all set to roll expect the title of the film has been changed. According to the reports in Bollywoodlife.com, a source close to the development revealed that the film will be named as ‘Kalank’. The plot revolves around a period partition drama. Owing to that, the makers decided to alter the title of the film from Shiddat to Kalank. The film will be directed by 2 States director Abhishek Verman and will be bankrolled by Karan Johar.

Earlier, KJo had tweeted, “Some clarifications!!! Yes…we are honoured and humbled to have @MadhuriDixit on board for @abhivarman ‘s next! NO the film is NOT titled SHIDHAT! Yes the film will Commence shoot in mid April! The films final cast and credits will be announced soon!” [sic]

This will be Alia and Varun’s fourth film together after blockbusters like Student of the Year 2, Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania and Badrinath Ki Dulhania. On the other hand, there is a lot of excitement about the casting of Sanjay Dutt and Madhuri Dixit in the film. There has been no official confirmation on the same but there has been a lot of buzz around their reunion for this film.

Meanwhile, Alia Bhatt will be next seen in ‘Raazi’ and ‘Gully Boy’. On the other hand, Varun Dhawan is getting appreciation for his outstanding role in ‘October’. He is also gearing up for films like Ranbhoomi, Sui Dhaaga and an untitled dance film. Are you excited to watch the popular Jodi once again in this period drama?

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