The recent Pulwama terror attack will go down in history as a bitter memory. The attack that claimed the lives of over 40 CRPF Jawans was heavily criticised and India was adamant to seek its revenge. The air strikes carried by the Indian air force over the Balakot region targeted certain terrorist hotspots and the accomplished mission was hugely appreciated by the entire nation. Soon, T series head honcho, Bhushan Kumar announced a project revolving around the air strikes that would be helmed by Kedarnath director, Abhishek Kapoor. And now we hear Dhadak fame, Ishaan Khatter is in talks to star in it. Sanjay Leela Bhansali Joins Hands with Bhushan Kumar to Produce a Movie on Balakot Air Strikes.

A report in Mid-Day suggests that Abhishek has approached Ishaan to star in his next and we wonder if it's a good option. Yes, the newbie is extremely talented and we have seen his acting proficiency in Beyond the Clouds and Dhadak, so signing him would be an appropriate choice indeed. However, while we wait for the official announcement, here's presenting a list of actors who can well, play the lead in this war drama. Kangana Ranaut Badmouths Pakistan for Pulwama Terror Attack But Forgets That Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi is Running in Pakistani Theatres Till Date.

Ayushmann Khurrana

Ayushmann Khurrana is on a winning streak and he has no plans of resting anytime soon. After delivering two consecutive hits, the actor is currently working on Anubhav Sinha's Article 15, which is a cop drama. He's also simultaneously shooting for Ekta Kapoor's Dream Girl with Nushrat Bharucha. Among this interesting list, a movie revolving around the Pulwama attack would be a great choice. Also, it would be his first movie in this genre.

Arjun Kapoor 

Arjun Kapoor has the perfect physique to play a military, navy or an air force officer. After a period drama like Panipat where he fights an Afghan army, it would be interesting to see him tackle the terrorists, right?

Sushant Singh Rajput

Sushant Singh Rajput is already shooting for Rifleman which is a story of a braveheart. However, signing two movies in a similar genre means no harm, right? The actor, we believe would be a great choice to play the lead and director Abhishek shares a great rapport with him. After Kai Po Che and Kedarnath, this would be their third collaboration together.

Amit Sadh

The ones who think Amit Sadh is not really a massy hero should give him a chance. Amit was brilliant in his web series, Breathe and he'll bring the right nuance to his character as an air force officer.

Ishaan Khatter

Ishaan Khatter is already makers' favourite and if all goes well, he may come on board very soon. Interestingly his rumoured girlfriend and co-star, Janhvi Kapoor too, is currently shooting for a biopic on IAF pilot, Gunjan Saxena. She played a vital role in the 1999 Kargil war. Guess, the newbies will have a lot in common to discuss with their respective projects.

The movie that's a joint venture between Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Bhushan Kumar will go on floors very soon and we can expect its release by 2020.

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