Shahid Kapoor will play the role of Shivaji Maharaj: The film will go on the floor in December, Rana Daggubati may be seen in the role of Aurangzeb

After Sharad Kelkar and Mahesh Manjrekar, now Shahid Kapoor is also going to play the role of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. It is heard that the actor will soon be seen in the role of Shivaji in 'OMG 2' fame director Amit Rai's next film.

Apart from Shahid, the makers have also approached Rana Daggubati for this film. He may be seen in the role of Aurangzeb in it.

This film can go on the floor by December 2024. It will be produced by famous South producer Dil Raju.

Shahid had earlier played the role of Raja Ratan Singh in the film 'Padmaavat'. This is the only period drama film of his career.

Rana is the first choice of the makers
According to a report by Pinkvilla, Rana is director Amit's first choice for the role of Aurangzeb in the film. However, the final discussion on this is yet to happen. Shahid is also very excited for this role.

Rana has previously played the role of a villain in the period drama 'Baahubali'.

Makers busy on pre-production
Currently, the makers are busy in finalizing the script of the film as well as its pre-production. Its shooting can start by December.

Shahid started his preparations
Sources also informed that Shahid has already started preparing for this role. He is looking at this role as a lifetime opportunity.

The film will be directed by Amit Rai, who has previously directed Akshay Kumar starrer 'OMG 2'.

There will be no biopic on Shivaji Maharaj
This film is woven around the life of Chhatrapati Shivaji. However, it will not be his biopic. The makers want to focus more on the incident of his breaking out of jail.