Himesh Reshammiya marks his international debut in French director Christopher Lenoir’s film A* Is Killed, based on Michael Jackson’s death

Kunal M Shah (MUMBAI MIRROR; March 14, 2011)

Recently there was a buzz in the industry that Himesh Reshammiya was about to embark on an international debut.

Well, Reshammiya has not only signed and sealed the international deal with French director Christopher Lenoir, but has also completed shooting for the movie.

The film, called A* Is Killed, which is reportedly based on the death of pop icon Michael Jackson, will feature Reshammiya essaying the character of Sidharth Patel.

Our source tells us, “The makers of the film have come up with a unique strategy and have just released the promo of the film on the web. In the promo of A* Is Killed, the mysterious circumstances leading to the death of a superstar has an uncanny resemblance to Michael Jackson’s death. Himesh has already shot for the film.

He was selected by producers ARI Films and director Christopher Lenoir, who felt that he would best suit the part of Sidharth Patel, the only Indian actor in the film.

Himesh’s character, Sidharth, is an Indian musician mesmerized by the superstar.”

The source adds, “While everyone thought that Himesh is down and out, he has now surprised everyone with a film, which is sure to make headlines all over, especially in India due to its controversial subject.” Despite repeated attempts to contact Christopher Lenoir and More >