Kiara Advani to play Sakshi in Dhoni biopic

A Wednesday and Special 26 fame director Neeraj Pandey, known to be particular when it comes to casting actors for his films, has finally found the actor to play Sakshi in MS Dhoni – The Untold Story.

After auditioning a number of girls, the director has zeroed in on Kiara Advani to play Sakshi in the film, which will see Sushant Singh Rajput in the title role.

It is said that the director wanted “an actor without a baggage”. 

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“He always wanted a young actor in the film and not someone who has done many roles and audiences has seen enough of her form an impression or an opinion about her,” said a source.

The source said that Kiara’s audition was just amazing.  Her chemistry with Sushant during auditions and rehearsals helped her bag the role. Kiara has been rehearsing non-stop to look apt for the role and act the part.”

The biopic is set to go on the floors by the end of this month.

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