Akshay Kumar is set to team up again with his Mission Mangal director Jagan Shakti for an action-drama inspired by true events.

Kumar and Shakti first worked together on the 2019 drama Mission Mangal, inspired by the story of scientists at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), who contributed to the Mars Orbiter Mission, India’s first interplanetary expedition.

The new film is also inspired by true events, a source close to the development said.

“This is an action-drama with a dash of science. It is set in current times. It is inspired by true events. He will play the role of law enforcement officer,” the source added.

The script is locked and the shoot is likely to begin next year.

“As soon as Akshay fulfils his other commitments, we will begin shooting for this film. There are so many things in the pipeline for him, so we are also waiting to go on floors. Currently due to COVID-19, the schedule of all projects is affected,” the source said.