David Dhawan is back in the director’s chair again two years after his 2007 release Partner, was declared a box office hit. This time he is heading up UTV Motion Pictures’ Hook Ya Crook,, which goes on the floor later this month. Written by Rensil D’Silva, the award-winning writer of Rang De Basanti, Hook Ya Crook stars John Abraham in the lead with sources saying that the female lead is likely to be Genelia D’Souza of Jaane Tu Yah Jaane Na fame. This will be John’s second film with UTV after Goal.
Alpana Mishra, COO production, UTV Motion Pictures said that the company has been extremely eager to associate with David Dhawan and Hook Ya Crook was just the perfect platform to seal this relationship.
“We are all gearing up to hit the floor by January ten. Our first schedule is in Mumbai and later in Hyderabad, where we have just started building a mammoth set. It’s a film that will keep the audience hooked from word go,” Mishra said.
Meanwhile, director David Dhawan said, “I am very excited about the project. It is a very unique film and a very challenging too. The team on the film has worked very hard all through the year to make it happen. It will be a great way for me to start the New Year.”
However, the talking point is the rumoured casting of Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni. Though sources in UTV Motion Pictures have said nothing has been confirmed at this stage, we will keep you updated on any news about the film including if Dhoni and D’Souza are part of the cast! So, check at BollySpice.com everyday!