Anupam Kher is one of the most versatile actors in the entertainment industry. He plays characters in films with such ease that it does not feel like he is acting. Now, the actor is all set to play the role of the poet, essayist, and philosopher Rabindranath Tagore in the upcoming untitled film. On July 7, Anupam Kher shared his first look as the poet on his Instagram and fans can’t stop praising him. The actor also penned a heartwarming message. The untitled film marks Anupam Kher’s 538th project in his career.

Anupam Kher to play the role of Rabindranath Tagore

Taking to his Instagram on July 7, Anupam Kher shared a black and white photo of him as a poet Rabindranath Tagore. He wore an outfit like the poet used to wear while sporting a long beard and white hair. He showcased a serious expression looking at the floor with the instrumental version of Rabindranath Tagore’s famous song Sokhi, Bhabona Kahare Bole in the background.

The heartwarming caption reads, “Delighted to portray #Gurudev #RabindranathTagore in my 538th project. Will reveal the details in due course. Ye mere saubhagya hai ki mujhe gurudev ko parde par saakaar karne ka saubhagya parpt hua hai. Jald hi is film ki adhik jankaari apke sath sanjha krunga.”

Check out fans’ reactions

As soon as Anupam Kher shared the video on Instagram, fans were quick enough to react to it. One wrote, “Omg sir, you actually look like him.” Another commented, “And I am very much sure that nobody can perform it better than you. The next-gen will remember Tagore sab by your face.” “Oh! My God, I couldn’t recognize you Sir… Superb,” wrote a third fan. Another Instagram user wrote, “Wow..thars great…all the best sir.”

Meanwhile, Anupam Kher is set to feature in Anurag Basu’s upcoming anthology film Metro In Dino. It also features Aditya Roy Kapur and Sara Ali Khan. the film will be released on March 29, 2024. Not only this but also the actor will be seen in The Vaccine War and Kangana Ranaut’s Emergency.