Sidharth Malhotra’s Next Film Will Be Directed By Shantanu Bagchi; To Go On Floors In 2021

Sidharth Malhotra is gradually climbing the stairway of success, with his amazing performances in the films. Recently, the actor signed his upcoming film which will be helmed by ad-film director Shantanu Bagchi and produced by Amar Butala. However, the rest of the cast is yet to be decided.

As per a report by ETimes Bagchi confirmed the news about his upcoming project but said that he would talk more about it after bringing Amar on Board. When asked about the same to Amar, he replied with a text message that he is out of town and did not disclose further details about the film. Butala was also asked a question on if he is currently working with Fox Studios, to which he replied  "No, I am not with Fox Star Studios (anymore)." According to a source,  "The film starring Sidharth is based on a true event."

Amar was earlier associated with Balaji Motion Pictures and UTV Motion Pictures. Post that, he worked as COO with Salman Khan Productions on projects like 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan','Tubelight', and 'Hero'. But soon he left SKF to work in Fox Star Studios in October 2017 wherein he reported to the CEO, Vijay Singh as his role was to work on alliance agenda and content acquisition for the studio.

 However, after Butala’s exit from Fox Star in March, this year. According to sources, he has now turned into an independent producer, Though the collaboration with a production house on Sidharth’s untitled next has not been ruled out. The Marjaavan actor wasn't available to comment on the matter. Meanwhile, the film is expected to go on floors in the first quarter of 2021.

On the professional front, Sidharth is gearing up for his next release 'Shershaah'. It is a war based film and is a biopic on the life of Param Vir Chakra awardee and army captain Vikram Batra. Directed by Vishnuvardhan and co-produced by Karan Johar. In the film, Sidharth will be seen portraying a double role. The movie also features Kiara Advani alongside Sidharth who plays the role of Dimple Cheema. 'Shershaah' was scheduled to hit theatres on July 3, 2020, but due to the pandemic it got postponed