Actors Sharib Hashmi and Kumud Mishra, who have impressed filmmakers and viewers alike with their versatility, have been roped in for RSVP and Guilty By Association’s upcoming collaboration, Mission Majnu. Known for his debut with Slumdog Millionaire, Sharib shone in Filmistaan, Jab Tak Hai Jaan, and The Family Man, and Kumud Mishra made an indelible impact with films such as Filmistaan, Jolly LLB, Thappad, Article 15, and Airlift. Given their body of work, both the actors have been roped in for integral roles in the film. While the details of their roles are currently under wraps, their joining the team has further fortified the existing cast of Sidharth Malhotra and Rashmika Mandanna.
Director Shantanu Baagchi says, тАЬWe welcome Sharib and Kumud on board. As a director, it is reassuring to have such amazing actors who will elevate the script to make it an exciting watch.тАЬ
Kumud says,”I am excited to be part of this gripping story.”
Sharib says, тАЬI am extremely delighted and thrilled to be a part of Mission Majnu. I was overwhelmed by the script of the film. What makes it riveting for me is that it is strongly themed on patriotism and valour. I am honored to be celebrating the hard work of RAW agents through this film.”
Mission Majnu chronicles India’s most ambitious RAW operation undertaken on Pakistani soil. The film is inspired by real events set in the 1970s and is the story of India’s most courageous mission in the heart of Pakistan that forever changed the relationship between the two nations. The film will be shot extensively in Lucknow and Mumbai.
Ms. Soumya Vajpayee
Senior Entertainment & Lifestyle Journalist
