New Delhi: Miss World 2017 Manushi Chhillar, who is the leading lady of Yash Raj Film's biggest historical flick ''Prithviraj'', says she had always been fascinated with the story of Prithviraj and Sanyogita, and life came to a full circle for her when she was offered this film by YRF.
The movie is based on the life and heroism of the fearless and mighty King Prithviraj Chauhan. The YRF big-budget entertainer features superstar Akshay Kumar as Prithviraj and Manushi plays the role of the gorgeous Sanyogita, the love of the king's life.
For Manushi, being offered Prithviraj by Aditya Chopra was a sweet coincidence. She reveals, ''While growing up, I was really interested in history, the tales of grand kingdoms and larger than life historical heroes.''
The glamourous girl, who has been voted the most desirable woman in the recent past, reveals that she is ''blessed'' to be playing the role of the gorgeous Rajput princess.
''When I was given the narration of the film, I had a smile on my face thinking that I'm listening to a story that I had been most interested about reading in school. Prithviraj and Sanyogita is a fascinating story and a beautiful chapter in the history of India and I'm blessed and fortunate to have got the opportunity to bring Princess Sanyogita's story to life,'' she says.
Manushi's Bollywood debut is being directed by Dr Chandraprakash Dwivedi who directed the biggest television epic 'Chanakya', based on the life and times of the most influential political strategist of India, and the multiple award-winning Pinjar. 'Prithviraj' will release worldwide in Diwali 2020.(UNI)