SCOOP: Saiyami Kher Replaces Kriti Sanon In Farhan Akhtar’s Lucknow Central?

After the disastrous Rock On 2, Farhan Akhtar's next is yet another band themed film called Lucknow Central. However, this time, it has a prison as the central setting. The film will be helmed by Nikkhil Advani's assistant, Ranjit Tiwari.

But the movie could hit the shooting floors, it's already facing few hurdles. Kriti Sanon who was supposed to do the film opted out of it citing date issues. In a recent interview, Farhan had confirmed this development and had said, "I heard that there were some date issues with Kriti. I don't know exactly, so I don't want to say anything."

A source close to Kriti was quoted saying, "She was excited to shoot Lucknow Central but had to walk away from the film due date issues caused by delays. The film is clashing with another project that she is starting in January 2017."

Now, we hear that the makers have approached Mirziya actress Saiyami Kher. A source close to the production added, "The makers initially thought Kriti would be suited for the role but as the production work started, they realised that she is too glamorous for the role. They wanted a lesser known face, since the female lead has to play the role of an NGO worker. Hence Saiyami was been roped in."

Lucknow Central has Farhan's character starting a band in jail to rediscover pride, self-confidence and a reason to wake up every morning. The film also stars Angad Bedi who was last seen in Dear Zindagi.