John Abraham has been cast opposite Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in Sanjay Gupta’s “Jazbaa.” The spy thriller that goes on floor in the coming months will be an action flick with a political twist. After Ash agreed to do the film, there was buzz on who would be cast opposite her. With John agreeing to do the film that speculation is over.
A source reveals that Ash was quite keen on having John in the film as it requires someone who can not only do action but also has a great screen presence. Sanjay Gupta who has worked with John in the past was also of the idea that he should do the film. However, it was important that Ash gave her consent.
Gupta was relieved when his heroine was happy with his choice given the fact that Abhishek Bachchan and John are good friends. The source adds that Gupta wants to make the set of the film as easy and conducive for Ash as possible.
Previously John missed working with Aishwarya in Sriram Raghavan’s “Happy Birthday.” This time, after confirming his presence in Jazbaa, John said: “I think Aishwarya and I will make a good couple. It’s a great script, Sriram is a good director and I am extremely excited about it.”
The film was supposed to be produced by Gaurang Doshi- but never got made.
“Jazbaa” was announced at the Cannes Film Festival this year by Aishwarya.