Shahid Kapoor was last seen in much-talked about film Kabir Singh, which featured Kiara Advani as well. Now the actor is all set to feature next in Jersey, a Hindi remake of the Telugu hit of the same name. The Hindi version will be directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri, who also helmed the original film. The story is about a talented but failed cricketer named Arjun, who decides to make a comeback in his late thirties and play for India, in order to fulfil his son's wish. Shahid's film also features Mrunal Thakur as the female lead.
Meanwhile, the actor has been under the weather for a while, and his doctor has advised him to put hold on all work commitments and take bed rest. Thanking everyone for their wishes, he tweeted that he is now both 'sleepless and anxious' as he kickstarts Jersey's shoot on December 13.
Thank you all for all the concern and wishes. Last 2 weeks I was out of action but am well and raring to go now. #Jersey shoot starts tomorrow. As usual pre shoot nervousness. Sleepless and anxious. Every character is a new challenge. And the responsibility of finding truth.
— Shahid Kapoor (@shahidkapoor) December 11, 2019
His last film Kabir Singh saw him play a highly controversial character, who was touted to be a misogynist with anger issues. Although he has cleared his stance on why he took up the film, he once again hinted at the same in his recent tweets. Claiming that he is drawn to weak characters, Shahid tweeted:
Of finding the soul of a protagonist who’s story merits being told. Every character if real will be flawed in some way. Some more than others. The beauty of life and humanity lies in its acceptance of its own imperfection.
— Shahid Kapoor (@shahidkapoor) December 11, 2019
And the duality of the human existence is its most challenging aspect and it’s most fascinating contradiction. I find strength in weak characters. And vulnerability in strong ones. That’s the tastiest part of the dish. Hope I can find truth in this new journey.
— Shahid Kapoor (@shahidkapoor) December 11, 2019
Last but not the least, Shahid requested the audience for 'love and best wishes' as he hopes to 'find truth in this new journey'.
Need your love and best wishes. Thank you for everything. The appreciation and the criticism. I am because of you. Keep it real. And always make it count. Big love.
— Shahid Kapoor (@shahidkapoor) December 11, 2019
Jersey is being presented by Allu Aravind, and produced by Aman Gill and Dil Raju.
(Source: Twitter)
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