MUMBAI: After successful promotional concerts of films like ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’, ‘Rockstar’ and ‘Ek Deewana Tha’, Anurag Basu is all set to host a live concert for his forthcoming directorial venture ‘Barfi’ with lead actors Ranbir Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra.
The concert which will take place by the end of August will give a sneak-peek of Chopra’s singing talent. The actress will be accompanied by co-star Ranbir Kapoor who has earlier performed a similar concert for his movie Rockstar. The film’s music composer Pritam Chakraborty will also be present to enthrall the audience at the concert which is scheduled to take place across various cities by August-end.
“Anurag had a chat with Priyanka Chopra and asked her if she was comfortable singing in front of a live audience. The actress gave it a thought and a few days later, told him she is ready to do it. A similar request was sent to Ranbir and being the sport he is, he too gave his nod to the idea. Anurag also told Pritam it would be great if he could keep aside a day from his busy schedule to accompany the actors and give the music for their live performance. The show is scheduled for end August and will be held in various cities. Pritam took a long look at his calendar and immediately agreed,” sources told a daily.
Earlier, Chopra had denied singing along with co-star Shahid Kapoor for the promotion of her film ‘Teri Meri Kahaani’, stating that she had a contract with the recording company of her debut international album and under the contract her voice should not be heard on a public platform until release of the album, which is reportedly schedule to be unveiled in October.