Actor Amitabh Bachchan, who will turn 78 on October 11, will be seen in a “full length” role in Nag Ashwin’s magnum opus project, informs the director in a social media post. The film also stars actors Deepika Padukone, who is making her Telugu debut with it, and Prabhas.
#NamaskaramBigB Not a guest role or a special appearance…but a full-length role so important, that his characters name was the working title of an early draft…thank you @SrBachchan sir for the privilege…we will make it worthy of your time Folded hands #Prabhas #DeepikaPadukone,” Tweeted Ashwin.
Big B also took to his Twitter account to share his excitement for the project.
“An honour and a privilege to be a part of this momentous & most ambitious venture .. and my greetings for the completion of 50 years for @VyjayanthiFilms.. may you celebrate another 50 .. and on !!Folded hands#Prabhas @deepikapadukone@nagashwin7,” tweeted the actor.
The film will also commemorate the 50th year of production company Vyjayanthi Films.
The company’s social media handle too welcomes Senior Bachchan.
“Welcoming with a full heart, the pride of a billion Indians. The Amitabh Bachchan. Our journey just got BIG-ger!,” reads the post.
