Vicky Kaushal has been roped in to play Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw in his biographical drama, titled 'Sam' which will be directed by Meghna Gulzar.
The official announcement was made on Manekshaw's 11th death anniversary.
Meghna and Vicky shared the first look of the actor from the film and it will leave you awestruck. Kaushal nailed the perfect look as Manekshaw and has definetly raised expectations.
This is the second collaboration of Meghna and Vicky after the critically acclaimed movie Raazi. It was earlier reported that Ranveer Singh would likely play the role.
The script will be penned by Bhavani Iyer (of Raazi fame) and Badhaai Ho screenwriter Shantanu Srivastava. The project is being backed by Ronnie Screwvala, and marks his reunion with Vicky after their blockbuster film, Uri: The Surgical Strike.
