Imtiaz Ali confused between Ayushmann Khurrana and Kartik Aaryan for his next project

Imtiaz Ali is currently busy with  post-production of his next film Aaj Kal which is expected to release in February 2020. But, according to reports, Imtiaz has already started scripting of his next film. Rockstar director is reportedly interested in story of a Punjabi folk singer, Amar Singh Chamkila. As per reports, director is looking to cast eir Ayushmann Khurrana or Kartik Aaryan in lead role.

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Amar Singh Chamkila biopic

Amar Singh Chamkila is kwn to have made music which talked about heavy subjects like extra-marital affairs and substance abuse. Though singer saw success in field of music, he was also surrounded by a lot of negativity and controversies. As per reports, director Imtiaz has acquired filming rights and also permission from singer's family to make a biopic on him. 

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Since film has started to get penned down, makers are looking for perfect fit for character. Amar Singh Chamkila was kwn for his vibrancy and charisma. Often regarded as Elvis of India, Amar Singh's biopic will reportedly be as vibrant as singer's life. For titular role, makers of film have reportedly shortlisted Ayushmann Khurrana and Kartik Aaryan. It has become difficult to decide which actor will lead film as both actors are right w at ir career peaks. It is expected that Imtiaz Ali starts working on Amar Singh Chamkila biopic as soon as Aaj Kal hits screens on Valentine's day 2020. 

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