Sara Ali Khan is all set to essay the role of Indian freedom fighter Usha Mehta in her next film Ae Watan Mere Watan. Karan Johar dropped the teaser of the film on the internet and we’re loving it. The teaser showcased the first look of Sara as the Mumbai-based freedom fighter Usha Mehta. Reportedly, the film is set against the backdrop of the Quit India Movement in 1942.
Sharing the video, Karan wrote, ” an ode to the unsung heroes. an ode to India’s freedom struggle💙 #AeWatanMereWatan, new Amazon Original Movie – now filming!🎬 #AeWatanMereWatanOnPrime.”
Sara shared the teaser on her Instagram and wrote, “So privileged, honoured and excited to be telling a story that we truly believe deserves to be heard. Jai Hind 🇮🇳.”
Directed by Kannan Iyer, the film is backed by Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta and Somen Mishra. According to the reports, the film will be available to Prime members in over 240 countries and territories upon its release. Watch the trailer here: