Shaheer Sheikh, who is currently shooting for Kuch Rang Pyaar Ke Aise Bhi 3, has bagged a new project. As per reports in media, the actor will play the role of Manav in Pavitra Rishta 2.0. The character was earlier played by late actor Sushant Singh Rajput.

The show will be a tribute by Ekta Kapoor and Ankita Lokhande (Archana) to Sushant’s legacy. It will premiere on ZEE5. A source was quoted telling the portal, “Shaheer Sheikh has come on board Pavitra Rishta 2.0 to portray the iconic character of Manav. Ankita will be back to play Archana again after 7 long years. The other cast members will be locked soon.”

June 14 (yesterday) marked the first death anniversary of late actor Sushant who was found hanging in his Bandra home in Mumbai.

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