Bollywood actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui is set to play the lead role in the US indie movie, titled Laxman Lopez.
The film, to be directed by Roberto Girault who is known for La Leyenda Del Diamante (2017), Los Arboles Mueren de Pie (2015), is likely to go on floors by the end of the year. It is expected to be a Christmas-themed film.
“The narration had me excited for multiple reasons. For starters, the opportunity to work in a Christmas movie is something very different and immediately had my attention. The director, Roberto Girault, has shown his power and command over the camera, and the way he can unveil new sides to an actor. It is a welcome challenge that I often yearn for. And most importantly, the name, ‘Laxman Lopez,’ had me instantly curious,” the actor said in a statement.
The director said he has seen a few works of Siddiqui and added that the film will "bring out a lesser-known vulnerable side to him."
Girault said the movie will leave the audience happy.