Anupam Kher happy with 'The Accidental Prime Minister' first look response

Actor Anupam Kher is "overwhelmed" with the response he has received for the first look of his upcoming film, "The Accidental Prime Minister."

Kher, 62, will play former prime minister Manmohan Singh in the film adaptation of Sanjaya Baru's book of the same name.

The actor tweeted, "Thank you all for your love, warmth & support for the #FirstLook of #TheAccidentalPrimeMinister. Your response has been overwhelming."

Anupam, in one of his previous interviews, stated "Acting the role of anyone in contemporary history is extremely challenging, as comparisons are bound to be instant and inevitable. But as I have always revelled in challenges, right from my first film Saaransh, I look forward to the experience of portraying PM Manmohan Singh”.

The film is being directed by Vijay Ratnakar Gutte and produced by Ashoke Pandit and Sunil Bohra. It is slated to release next year.