Malayali actor Dev Mohan to star alongside Samantha Akkineni in the Shakuntala live action film!

Dev Mohan will be playing the role of Prince Dushyant in Shaakuntalam alongside Samantha Akkineni. 

Samantha Akkineni, Dev Mohan, Shaakuntalam
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Actor from the Malayali film industry Dev Mohan, who made his debut last year with Sufiyum Sujatayum will soon be seen alongside diva Samantha Akkineni in the upcoming live-action film about the life of Shakuntala titled ‘Shakuntalam’. He will be playing the role of Prince Dushyant. The announcement regarding the same was made through the makers of the film.

The news was shared via a video that featured lots of animation of a bunch of animals running around the forest. Eventually, it is revealed that the role of Dushyant will be played by actor Dev Mohan through texts.

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This mythological drama is being directed by filmmaker Gunasekhar. The film ‘Shaakuntalam’ will be based on noted Sanskrit author Kalidas’ work. The shooting for the same will begin towards the end of March 2021. Neeta Lulla, the award-winning costume designer will be working on this film. She has previously worked in features like Jodhaa Akbar and Devdas. Neelima Guna owned Gunaa Teamworks is producing the pan-Indian film.