Matthew Perry to play 'older version' of 'High School Musical' actor

Washington, April 2 (ANI): Former 'Friends' star Matthew Perry will reportedly play the older version of a "High School Musical" actor in the latest movie in the series.

Perry, who shot to prominence by playing Chandler Bing on the popular sitcom, will allegedly star as the elder version of teenage heartthrob Zac Efron in the forthcoming "17 Again".

Lisa Kudrow, who had sent audience into laughter riots with her perfect comic timing as Phoebe Buffay, was said to have landed with the role of a mother of a teen, reports Fox News.

Meanwhile, their fellow "Friends" colleague Courteney Cox, best known for her portrayal of perfectionist Monica Geller, has purportedly turned producer with her hubby for the drama, "Dirt."

David Schwimmer, who starred as Ross Geller, too has put on his director hat for TV and films. (ANI)