Exclusive: Kiara Advani opp Mahesh Babu

In a surprising move, director Koratala Siva has brought in an upcoming Bollywood actress for his next big movie starring Superstar Mahesh Babu. Kiara will be paired up with Mahesh Babu in Koratala's 'Bharath Ane Nenu' (BAN). Kiara Advani, recently acted in Bollywood hit movie 'M.S.Dhoni: The Untold Story'. She has officially signed on the dotted line.

24-year-old Kiara Advani has done three films in Bollywood so far. Of them only 'M.S.Dhoni' was successful. So, this Mahesh Babu's movie will be a big break. The young actress was finalised after Koratala auditioning several upcoming actresses and models. Koratala's idea is to go for a fresh pairing with Mahesh Babu. Earlier actresses like Parineeti Chopra were also considered.

'Bharath Ane Nenu' will start rolling in May. Being produced by DVV Danayya, the regular shoot will commence in London. Devi Sri Prasad is scoring the music. This is Koratala's second film with Superstar Mahesh Babu after record-breaking blockbuster 'Srimanthudu'. Renowned cinematographer Ravi K. Chandran is handling the camera.