Mahesh Babu to romance Sonakshi Sinha in next project

After Bollywood diva Sonam Kapoor refused to work with Tollywood superstar Mahesh Babu in his next film, the makers have roped inDabangg 2star Sonakshi Sinha in the film, sources said. As Sonakshi’s box office record is much better than Sonam, director Krish is happy to sign her opposite Mahesh Babu in his filmShivam. Sonakshi has already proved herself as a super successful Bollywood heroine after delivering back to back blockbusters likeDabangg, Rowdy RathoreandSon of Sardaar, and now she is focusing on the South film industry.

Shivamis reportedly a period drama and Sonakshi is happy from the support she is getting in the regional film industry. The Bollywood beauty said, "Wow! Lots of support from the south for my Telugu debut - thanks guys!! Really looking forward to it... Feels likeDabanggdejavu - debut with superstar, script I couldnt refuse, capable and intelligent director! Shoot starts later this year… it's going to be a great journey :)"