Pankaj Kapoor to play Alia Bhatt’s father in Shaandar : Bollywood News

The last time, the father-son duo Pankaj Kapoor and Shahid Kapoor, worked together was for the film Mausam. However, the veteran actor did not get an opportunity to share screen space with his talented son, considering that Pankaj was directing the film.

However, now, the thespian will soon be seen sharing screen space with Shahid Kapoor in the upcoming film Shandaar... but not as his on-screen father. Interestingly, Pankaj Kapoor will be seen essaying the role of female lead Alia Bhatt's father in the film. Alia Bhatt will play Shahid's love interest in the film. Prior to this, Karan Johar and Govinda too were approached for a role in Shandaar but plans did not materialize. However, the rest of the details of Pankaj's character are currently being kept under wraps.

Said to be India's first ever destination wedding film Shaandar will be directed by Vikas Bahl.