Akshay Kumar denies Vivek wanted to work in 'Namastey London'
Mumbai, Apr 14 (UNI) Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar has rubbished reports that Vivek Oberoi had approached filmmaker Vipul Shah for the role played by Upen Patel in his latest blockbuster 'Namastey London'.
Expressing his disgust on dragging Oberoi into a needless controversy, Akshay told reporters ''I am absolutely shocked that people can actually write or even go to such extent without verifying actual facts. Vivek is like a younger brother to me, he is close to my heart. In fact, I wanted Vivek to work in the film and suggested to Vipul, I can't believe why people are saying otherwise.
I have great regard about Vivek and his potential.'' In fact, sources close to Akshay confirm that Vipul Shah asked Vivek to meet him at his office to go through the script and Vivek went to meet Vipul Shah out of respect.
But when Vivek heard the script, he felt that role would fit a newcomer and politely told Vipul that he would not be able to do the role. When Vivek explained to Vipul Shah about it, Vipul agreed to it. The role was eventually played by Upen Patel.
UNI