After the success of Thamma, filmmaker Amar Kaushik is gearing up for the sixth installment in Maddock’s Horror Comedy Universe — Shakti Shalini. Recently, the makers announced that Saiyaara breakout star Aneet Padda will play the lead role in the film. However, the announcement came amid rumours that Kiara Advani had been finalised to headline the project. In a recent interview, Amar Kaushik cleared the air and revealed whether Kiara was ever considered for the film.
Speaking to Filmygyan, Amar said, “Kiara is a beautiful actor. But her casting in the film was never confirmed. I don’t know how this rumour got spread. I have always wanted to work with Kiara. I am waiting — when will I direct or produce one of her films. But when you are writing a story, then you decide which actor

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