Salman Wants To Play Marathi Film Lead

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, who played a small part in Riteish Deshmukh's Marathi film Lai Bhaari, says he would like to do a lead role in a film of the genre.

He launched the music of Marathi film "Sanngto Aika...!" Monday and shared his desire to feature in such movies.

When asked if he would do a lead role in a Marathi film, he said: "Oh definitely, I would love to do a lead role in a Marathi film."

Salman believes Marathi cinema has huge potential and has been ignored.

"I love Marathi cinema. It has been ignored for a very long time. This cinema can touch great heights and it is important to spread as much awareness as possible," he said.

Salman is also reportedly planning to remake Mahesh Manjrekar's 2010 hit Marathi movie Shikshanachya Aaicha Gho. Salman Khan is back after a US visit for his health check up.

Salman Khan was last seen in his super hit film Kick. His hit and run case comes for trail again on September 24.