Ranveer Singh is all set for Zoya Akhtar’s next film, which is based on the lives of rappers Naezy and Divine.
According to reports, the film which is rumoured to be titled, Gully Boy is inspired by the lives of Mumbai’s rappers who rose from the city’s chawls and ghettos. Ranveer will play the role of a rapper in the film.
In an interview with PTI, Naezy said that while there are things yet to be finalized, Ranveer is almost confirmed for the project.
He is doing the film, it is almost confirmed. But still there are few things which are yet to be finalised, writing is underway.Naezy, Rapper
The Asal Hustle rapper, whose real name is Naved Sheikh, said Ranveer will be the perfect fit to play the part as he understands and loves hip-hop music.
Ranveer also listens to hip-hop. He knows what real hip-hop is. We spoke to him and he is also very excited regarding this. He will enjoy this (role) too. I had done a Bollywood track called Birju on which he lip-synced and was in my get up. He was rapping like me. He listens to all our music. He is a very versatile actor. He can be a Bajirao and a rapper too.Naezy, Rapper
Naezy, who lives in Kurla also said that the actor visited their locality to understand the ‘life and stories’ of underground rappers as a part of the film’s research.
Naezy also spoke about Zoya’s inputs as the director of the film.
She is a very intelligent director. She has thought of making something on this, so it’s good. The biggest misconception regarding hip-hop will be removed and it will also help the underground scene to reach mainstream.Naezy, Rapper
Naezy was speaking at the Rolling With music-and-conversation initiative by Twitter India.
(With inputs from PTI)
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