Akshay Kumar would be playing the title role of Prithviraj Chauhan in the namesake film. The film would be directed by Dr. Chandraprakash Dwivedi and would go on floors this year. It is being planned for 2020 release.
Though there were rumors surrounding the film for quite some, an official confirmation is yet to be made. However, our sources confirm that the film is indeed happening and Akshay Kumar has already started prepping for the part.
In the mean time, Akshay Kumar is already gearing up for a record year, with five films ready for release. In this year Akshay would kick-start with Kesari [Holi] after that, Good News [July], Mission Mangal [Independence Day], Housefull 4 [Diwali] and Sooryavanshi [Christmas].
After completion of Prithviraj Chauhan, Akshay Kumar got ready for another film which would go on floors this year. An official announcement will be need to be made, we have to wait for for updates on this movie.