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Published 14:25 IST, September 6th 2019

'Dream Girl' lands into controversy, filmmaker alleges it's a copy

'Dream Girl' recently landed in the hot waters as a filmmaker named Janak Toprani has alleged that it bears resemblance to his 2017 film named 'Call For Run'

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'Dream Girl' recently landed in the hot waters as a filmmaker named Janak Toprani has alleged that his 2017 film, 'Call For Run' bears resemblance to the film which sees the main male lead character donning various female avatars. As per a report, the filmmaker claimed that he had approached Balaji Telefilms with the script twice but it was rejected. He further informed that Ekta Kapoor was not a part of the talks, as he had spoken to the production team. 

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About 'Dream Girl'

Filmmaker Raaj Shaandilyaa is all set to make his directorial debut with 'Dream Girl'. As revealed in the trailer, the comedy-drama features Ayushmann as a Tele caller who aces his female alter ego Pooja while calling his customers. The film takes interesting twists as his customers eventually fall for her and come down to pulling each other's hair to win her. Talking about the film, the director in a previous interview revealed that the film is set in Mathura and Ayushmann will be heard speaking Haryanvi and Hindi languages in the local accent.

READ: Dream Girl: Ayushmann Khurrana's 'Dil Ka Telephone' Song Out

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Ayushmann works like it's his first film: director Raaj Shaandilyaa

Ayushmann who is known for his niche of offbeat films looks promising in the upcoming venture. Talking about his versatility, 'Dream Girl' director in a previous interview with PTI said, "Ayushmann is a very simple, sincere actor. There's no ego or attitude in him. He works like it's his first film. When an actor is so flexible and giving, it immensely helps the film. Working with him is like making one of the most wonderful films of your life." 

READ: Dream Girl: Ekta Kapoor Hails Ayushmann Khurrana, Says, 'You Need A Really Talented Man To Play A Woman'

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On the work front: 

Meanwhile, besides 'Dream Girl', Ayushmann Khurrana also has a number of films in the pipeline for release. He will be starring in Bala, Gulabo Sitabo and, Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan and all three films are set for a 2020 release. 'Dream Girl' on the other hand will be released on September 13, this year. 

READ: Dream Girl Trailer: Ayushmann Khurrana AKA Pooja's Handsome & Glamorous Act Is Winning The Audience Already

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13:56 IST, September 6th 2019