Nargis Fakhri wishes to be cast opposite Salman Khan

The search for a leading lady opposite Salman Khan in Sooraj Barjatya’s next seems to have ended with Nargis Fakhri, as the actress has recently auditioned for the role .

According to sources, “Initially, the makers were in talks with Diana Penty but the talks eventually faded out. Then Madras Cafe released and the important players from Sooraj’s office liked her performance. It was then decided to narrate the script to her and organize an audition.”
Source further added, “As for Nargis, she is hoping she bags the role as its a big project with Salman Khan returning once again in his popular character Prem. However, an official announcement will be made soon.”

The movie is to go on floors by second half of next year.