Star Bollwood producer Karan Johar has announced his next big project up his sleeves. ‘Kalank‘ is the name of the film and it’s a dream project of Karan Johar. This film has a star studded lineup including Sanjay Dutt, Madhuri Dixit, Varun Dhawan, Alia Bhatt, Aditya Roy Kapur & Sonakshi Sinha in lead roles. Actor Kunal Kemmu is also said to have a role in the film. It’s a period love story set against the backdrop of Partition. Kalank is directed by Abhishek Varman in collaboration with Fox Star Studios, Dharma Productions and Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment. Release date for this period drama has been set for next year on 19th April, 2019 with it’ shooting starting today onwards. Shibani Bathija has pinned the story of Kalank. Here’s the very first poster of the film.

This film was planned 15 years ago by Karan and his father Yash Johar. It’s the same ‘Shiddat’ Project with Sridevi as a part of it. But after her sudden death makers decided to go with Madhuri Dixit. Karan Johar recently finalized the title as “KALANK”. Karan announced the film on his twitter handle.

Proud & excited to announce our EPIC DRAMA #KALANK
Releasing April 19th, 2019
Directed by Abhishek Varman

Starring @MadhuriDixit @sonakshisinha @aliaa08 @Varun_dvn #AdityaRoyKapur & @duttsanjay!@apoorvamehta18 @dharmamovies @foxstarhindi @ngemovies #Sajid pic.twitter.com/FceIcgHzt6

— Karan Johar (@karanjohar) April 18, 2018

Abhishek Varman who has previously directed 2 states is set to start his new venture with ‘Kalank’ after four long years. He has been a part of blockbuster films like ‘My Name is Khan’ and ‘Jodhaa Akbar’ as assistant director. So, expect Kalank to be a grand film. Stay tuned with us for more information on this film.