'Prithviraj': Akshay Kumar announces his first historical film on his 52nd birthday

Most of the time during his birthday, Akshay Kumar announces new projects much to the excitement of his fans. From the past few months, there have been reports making the rounds about the actor doing his first historic film by playing the character of King Prithviraj Chauhan. However, it wasn't confirmed until today. Yes, on the occasion of his 52nd birthday, Akshay announced his forthcoming project titled Prithviraj in which he plays the titular role.

Akshay took to his social media pages and shared a teaser poster of Prithviraj and wrote, "Truly happy to share the news of my first historical film on my birthday. I’m humbled to have the opportunity to play a hero I look up to for his valor and values - Samrat Prithviraj Chauhan - in one of my biggest films #Prithviraj produced by @yrf. Directed by #DrChandraprakashDwivedi. #Prithviraj in theatres Diwali 2020."

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The makers of the film also teased the announcement with a video. Take a look:

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In a statement, talking about Prithviraj, Akshay told, "It is truly an honour that I will be playing the role of one of the most fearless and courageous kings of India, Prithviraj Chauhan. As a nation, we should always celebrate our heroes and immortalize what they did to propagate the values that Indians lived by. Prithviraj is our attempt to bring to light his valour and daredevilry. Prithviraj was the only person standing in front of a merciless nemesis and the bravery he showed, made him a true Indian hero, an inspiration for generations and a legend. So this announcement coming on my birthday has indeed made it more special for me."

Prithviraj is being directed by Dr. Chandraprakash Dwivedi and produced by Yash Raj Films. It will hit the screens in Diwali 2020.