Actor Wamiqa Gabbi has kicked off filming for an upcoming project alongside Varun Dhawan, revealing the exciting news yesterday.

Directed by Tamil filmmaker Kalees, the movie, tentatively titled ‘VD 18’, marks Varun Dhawan’s 18th feature project and is set to star Keerthy Suresh alongside the duo.

Produced under the banner of A For Apple Studios by filmmaker Atlee and his wife Priya Mohan, the film witnessed Gabbi, 30, beginning her shooting schedule in Chennai last week, PTI reported from Mumbai.

Expressing her enthusiasm, Gabbi shared, “Being a part of ‘VD18’ is a thrilling experience for me. Collaborating with exceptional talents like Varun Dhawan and Keerthy Suresh under Atlee sir’s visionary direction is a creative journey I’m eager to explore.”

Reflecting on her fruitful year, Gabbi recounted her involvement in Vikramaditya Motwane’s acclaimed series ‘Jubilee’ at the beginning of 2023. Additionally, she mentioned her collaboration with Vishal Bhardwaj on two projects — the spy-thriller movie ‘Khufiya’ and Bhardwaj’s debut OTT series, ‘Charlie Chopra & The Mystery of Solang Valley’.

Expressing gratitude for the opportunities, Gabbi shared, “I have been and will always be eternally grateful to 2023, the year that plunged things into new beginnings. Ending the year on the sets of ‘VD18’ marks the perfect curtain call for the year.”

Gabbi expressed her anticipation for audiences to witness the magic created on screen, emphasizing the joy and passion she finds in her work.