Farooki to shoot in Kolkota for international project, Nawaz pitched for lead role

Bangladeshi director Mostofa Sarwar Farooki is set to shoot for his international project in Kolkata. The grapevine has it that Nawazuddin Siddiqui has been pitched for the lead role. There is also news that a leading Hollywood actress will be chosen for the female lead. The project is set to go on the floor by the end of this year.

Speaking about the project Farooki, told TOI, "It is an international movie. The working title of the film is No Land's Man, and it is about identity issues". “The story deals with the complexity of different identities -be it religious, racial, or national. We are living in a complex world where every identity comes up with advantages and disadvantages. The film tries to explain this complex condition, where we all finally feel unsafe and insecure", he added. When questioned as to why he chose to shoot the film in Kolkata, he said, "There are certain old structures that I need for my movie". "It is common to find those structures in north Kolkata as well as some places of northern India. I'll be happy if we can shoot a part of the film in Kolkata. Old Kolkata will not only suit my story but also add the visual tone to that segment. A major part of the film will be shot in New York. About 25% of the film will be shot in India", he added.

The Bachelor and Ant Story director was all praise for Nawazuddin Siddiqui, he said, "Nawaz is one of the finest actors India has produced in recent times". "So, it would be great to collaborate with him in a project. My personal relation with him makes the chemistry more interesting. He read the script as a friend. So, let's see what happens next. The film will have a Hollywood actress and a Bangladeshi actress in a special role. The rest of the cast will mostly be from India, America and Australia".