Hugh Jackman Wants to Land Bollywood Role

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The 'X-Men' star reveals he is a fan of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, and is eager to do a sequel to 'My Name is Khan'.

March 29, 2011

AceShowbiz - Hugh Jackman has his sights set on breaking Bollywood after meeting Indian film executives during a movie convention in Mumbai. The "X-Men" star was invited to act as a judge at the city's annual FICCI Frames convention last week, March 23-25.

After meeting with film bosses and directors, the Aussie revealed he is eager to land a part in one of the country's extravagant productions. He tells the Hollywood Reporter, "I am looking forward to working in Bollywood films. I am meeting directors."

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Jackman also showed off his Indian dancing skills with Bollywood superstar Shahrukh Khan and revealed his love of the actor's movies, adding, "I am a huge fan of Shahrukh Khan and I loved his film 'My Name is Khan'. I want to do a sequel to this film and that will be called 'My Name is Jackman'. Bollywood is cool."

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