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Abhishek Kapoor To Direct 'Sharaabi' Next

Darpan News Desk IANS, 25 Feb, 2019 10:26 PM

    Director Abhishek Kapoor's next directorial after "Kedarnath" is "Sharaabi", backed by Bhushan Kumar's T-Series and Pragya Kapoor's Guy in the Sky Pictures.


    The film is a comic drama about a dysfunctional alcoholic. Its casting is underway and the pre-production is in full swing, read a statement.


    Abhishek Kapoor said: "Bhushanji and I have been talking of a collaboration for quite some time now. We wanted it to be special. 'Sharaabi' will be the right concoction of comedy, drama and music to build this association."


    Bhushan said: "Over the years, Abhishek Kapoor has come to be synonymous with strong content and well-crafted films all of which have spelled success at the box office. We look forward to backing his vision and presenting audiences with a wholesome entertainer."


    A formal announcement about the cast will be made soon, said Pragya Kapoor.

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