Abhishek Bachchan has begun prep for Sahir Ludhianvi’s movie to be produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali.

Speculations around who would be playing the role of Sahir Ludhianvi in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s next have been going on for quite sometime now. Names like Irrfa Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, Abhishek Bachchan among others had cropped up but nothing official has been announced.

But now it seems, Abhishek Bachchan has given his nod to the movie. Abhishek will be slipping into the role of the legendary poet, who is best remembered for his songs like Jinhe Naaz Hai Hind Par Woh Kahaan Hai (Pyaasa) and Woh Subah Kabhi Toh Aayegi (Phir Subah Hogi), Main Pal Do Pal Ka Shayar Hoon, Kabhi Kabhi Mere Dil Mein and others.

Reportedly, Bachchan junior is getting in shape to play Sahir’s character. He has lost almost 12 kilos of weight to look lean in the movie. He is also familiarizing with the lyrics of his songs, as a part of the prep for his character.

A source close to the actor confirmed the news to us and also added, “While everyone is thinking that he isn’t taking up projects because he is busy with his sports ventures, Abhishek plans to surprise all with his prep. He has been listening to Sahir’s songs and is also reading up a lot on him. At the same time, he is also sweating it out in the gym, because he has to lose weight for the movie.”

Adds another source, “The movie is expected to go on-floors soon and Sanjay Leela Bhansali along with the crew is figuring out the schedule.”

Well, now this is indeed some good news!

Sourced : pinkvilla.com