Daily Times

Riding high on the success of Kapoor & Sons, Fawad Khan is all set to play a supporting role in Karan Johar’s much-awaited rom-com Ae Dil Hai Mushkil that also stars Ranbir Kapoor, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Anushka Sharma.

Earlier we learnt that Fawad Khan will be playing an extended cameo as a DJ but after the remarkable success of Kapoor & Sons, his role has been given more prominence in the film. According to media reports a close source to the film said, “Fawad has become a star after Kapoor & Sons. His role, which was more of an extended guest appearance in ADHM, has been altered. Now, it won’t just be a cameo, it’s almost as much as Salman’s role in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. So, Fawad will be seen in a supporting role, not a cameo, even in the film credits.”

Khan has a significant fan following on both sides of the border but with Kapoor & Sons, his impact has extended beyond just the two countries. “Fawad and Karan are extremely close friends now and besides, Fawad is a big draw across the border and in the Middle East. He is a big draw in certain overseas markets, so through him, ADHM will reach a bigger audience,” added a close source.

Fawad is currently busy shooting for Ae Dil Hai Mushkil in Rajasthan and his stay is now going to be longer since he has more to contribute to the film. ADHM is scheduled to release on October 28, this year.