Is Anushka a part of Shahid-starrer ‘Batti Gul Meter Chalu’? Here’s the truth

Shahid Kapoor-starrer ‘Batti Gul Meter Chalu’ has been in the news for its leading lady. After reports of Katrina Kaif and Shraddha Kapoor being roped in, reports of Anushka Sharma being finalised opposite Shahid started making the rounds. In fact, various sources stated that she has been finalised for the movie. However, that’s far from the truth. Anushka’s spokesperson has denied her presence in the movie by saying, “There is absolutely no truth to this news. Anushka has not even been approached for this film. Request you to refrain from conjecture.”

Earlier, the director of the movie, Shree Narayan Singh had said, “I’m happy to collaborate with Prernaa and Arjun of KriArj Entertainment the presenters of ‘Toilet Ek Prem Katha’ . As a filmmaker , it’s a pleasure working with a dream team of producer Bhushan Kumar of T-Series who always put the film first and understand everything that goes into making a memorable movie. Together we hope to make another memorable film that reaches a wide spectrum of audiences across the country. I also look forward to working with Shahid Kapoor. Someone with his talent will do complete justice to the role.” (Also Read: Thanks to the title, we are already keen about Shahid’s next, ‘Batti Gul Meter Chalu’)

‘Batti Gul Meter Chalu’ is based on the problem of electricity in Delhi, it will also tackle the issue of electricity theft and scam.

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