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Farhan Akhtar to play Pandit Ravi Shankar in Beatles film
13 Feb
Summary
- Farhan Akhtar cast as Pandit Ravi Shankar in Sam Mendes' Beatles series.
- He is learning the sitar from scratch for the role.
- The role came as a surprise after the closure of Don 3.
Actor and director Farhan Akhtar has been selected to portray the renowned Sitarist Bharat Ratna Pandit Ravi Shankar in Sam Mendes' upcoming "The Beatles - A Four Film Cinematic Event." This role is a significant honor for Akhtar, who was reportedly surprised by the offer from the acclaimed British director.
Akhtar has begun learning to play the sitar for the part, with a friend noting his current guitar proficiency but emphasizing his dedication to mastering the sitar. His commitment to this project, and subsequently to his sister Zoya Akhtar's "Zindagi Na Milegi Dobaara 2," means his return to directing is likely at least two years away.
Sources indicate that the closure of "Don 3" proved fortunate, as it allowed Akhtar to accept this prestigious role. Starring as an eminent figure like Pandit Ravi Shankar in a Sam Mendes film is considered a major career highlight, an opportunity for which Akhtar apparently has Ranveer Singh to thank.
