Mumbai Feb 7 (IANS) Actor-wrestler Saurav Gurjar known for portraying Bheem and Ravan on the small screen is set to make his Bollywood debut with Karan Johar s Dharma Productions. He will play a negative role in "Brahmastra" which also stars Amitabh Bachchan Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor.
Asked about his character in the film Saurav said in a statement: "I will be seen playing a negative role. It s a modern-day film set in India. But the reason it s called Brahmastra is because the energies wisdom and powers in the film come from ancient India."
" Brahmastra is a weapon of Hindu God Brahma who is called the creator of universe and hence is considered quite powerful " he added.
Saurav is currently in Florida US for World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) training.
"I am thankful to WWE for giving me the permission and allowing me to do the film " he said.
Saurav will start shooting for the film by early next month.
"Brahmastra" is a three-part fantasy adventure movie.
Directed by Ayan Mukerji the first part of the franchise will arrive in theatres on August 15 2019.
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