Saif Ali Khan and Anurag Basu come together for an action thriller

While Saif Ali Khan is currently being seen in and as Agent Vinod, he has started work on his other assignments as well. The one that has made to the top of his list is an action thriller which would be based on a French comic book. He has already procured rights to adapt the book for a film remake and other logistics are fast being put together to bring it on floors. This isn’t all; there is more as there are strong indications of Anurag Basu directing the film.

“Yes, this film is indeed happening. It would be an intriguing affair since the comic book is set in the business world. This a lethal combination because Bollywood is not known for making films that have a business background to them and yet follow the action thriller genre”, informs the source, “Moreover to look at a French comic book for an adaptation would be quite farfetched for many.”

Apparently, Saif was hooked on to the storyline from start to finish and immediately decided to not just act in it but also co-produce it with 20th Century Fox. Also, there are preliminary talks with Anurag Basu that have already begun.

“The role suits Saif to the T since being a suave, sophisticated and business like comes naturally to him. He is happy playing a variety of roles though and after films like Agent Vinod, Cocktail, Go Goa Gone, Race 2 and Judwaa 2, this one is going to show him in a different light altogether. Saif can’t wait to get started”, says a close associate.

When contacted, Saif confirmed that the film is definitely on the anvil. He said, “Yes, this is a great story and if it is done in the right way, it would be something unique. Beyond that it would be premature to talk about the director, cast members and other details. Let’s wait for a while for the complete announcement.”