Mumbai: Child actor Ishant Bhanushali, who shot to fame through his title role in popular mythological show "Sankat Mochan Mahabali Hanuman", has been roped in to play a pivotal part in new TV show "Peshwa Bajirao".

“Ishant, 10, has been finalised to play a pivotal role in the show. He will be essaying the character of Vishesh, who will help Bajirao understand the meaning and importance of ‘Swaraj’,” said a source close to the production house.

Based on the storyline of warrior Bajirao, the show features Rudra Soni essaying the title role.

The Sony Entertainment Television show also features Manish Wadhwa, Anuja Sathe, Pallavi Joshi and Raza Murad.

-IANS