Triptii Dimri and Sara Ali Khan top choices for Sooraj Barjatya's new 'Prem' Ayushmann Khurrana! Who will be the lady lead?

Ace filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya, known for his popular family-oriented movies, seems to have found his new-age Prem. Reportedly, Barjatya has signed Ayushmann Khurrana for his upcoming family romantic drama and is looking for a female lead. Now a fresh report suggests that Sara Ali Khan and Triptii Dimri are the top choices of the filmmaker and one of them will be locked soon after the look test and analyzing their chemistry with Ayushmann.

According to the latest report by Midday, Sara and Triptii are the top choices for Barjatya.

The report quoted a close source as saying, Sara has the charm and mainstream appeal that could align with the Rajshri universe, while Triptii’s nuanced performances in films like Bulbbul and Qala make her a strong candidate to bring a layered approach to the character."

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For the unversed, Ayushmann and Sara are already working on a yet-to-be-titled spy comedy, helmed by Aakash Kaushik. However, the Dream Girl actor is yet to work with Triptii. If the Animal actor gets finalised, it will be her first movie with the Vicky Donor actor.

According to the report, the actresses will be meeting Barjatya in January. However, apart from the look tests of both the actresses, their chemistry with Ayushmann will play a major role in finalising the cast.

Rajshri Productions gave Salman a unique identity and his first biggest blockbuster Maine Pyar Kiya. Salman's journey with Rajshri as Prem continued till Prem Ratan Dhan Payo. Now, Barjatya has reportedly replaced him with the new-age actor Ayushmann. Well, time will reveal if the new Prem will be able to win the hearts of moviegoers or not.