Mumbai: Soon after filmmaker Rohit Shetty announced his next venture 'Sooryavanshi' featuring Akshay Kumar in the lead, fans have been curious to know about the leading lady of the film. There were even speculations that Jacqueline Fernandez and Katrina Kaif had been approached for the role. However, the latest reports suggest that the makers have finalized Kat to play the female lead.
Rohit's blockbuster 'Simmba' held a double bonanza as its climax featuring Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar as a surprise package.
Following the stupendous success of the cop-drama, the filmmaker announced the filming of 'Sooryavanshi', an extension of 'Simmba' raising fans' excitement.
Earlier, rumour mills were abuzz that Jacqueline has been considered to play the leading lady. Also, Katrina was also said to be in talks for the role. However, the makers locked in Kat for her crackling chemistry with Akshay in their previous hits like 'Namastey London', 'Singh Is King', 'Welcome' and 'Humko Deewana Kar Gaye'.