It's official! Disha Patani replaces Shruti Haasan in Sangamithra

Filmmaker Sundar C's ambitious project Sangamithra created quite a stir on social media after it was launched at Cannes 2017 earlier this year. To be made on an epic scale, Shruti Haasan was supposed to play the titular role in the film.

However, the Race Gurram actor walked out of the project due to several reasons. According to Shruti's spokesperson, no proper bound script nor a proper date schedule was given to the actor.

As per recent developments, Sri Thenandal Films, which is bankrolling the gargantuan project, has roped in Bollywood actor Disha Patani for the lead role. It must be noted that Sangamithra is about the female protagonist. This will be Disha Patani's debut in Tamil.

The first instalment of the two-part magnum opus will be ready for release by the end of 2018.

Academy Award-winning music composer AR Rahman and National Award-winning production designer Sabu Cyril are on board for the magnum opus. Sangamithra will be made on a budget of Rs 250 crore. On the work front, Disha Patani is teaming up with rumoured beau Tiger Shroff for Baaghi 2, which is slated to release next year.