The actor-producer has bought the remake rights of the hit US TV drama, Prison Break, his third acquisition after 24 and award-winning sitcom, Modern Family

Avinash Lohana (MUMBAI MIRROR; May 21, 2016)

After 24 and Modern Family, Anil Kapoor has bought the remake rights of another popular American TV series, Prison Break. Confirming the news, the actorproducer told Mirror, "I always go with my gut feeling. I know people will like it; we will adapt it to suit Indian sensibilities. It's one of my most favourite shows. I am truly excited."

The award-winning drama, now gearing up for its fifth season, revolves around two brothers - one has been sentenced to death for a crime he did not commit while the other devises an elaborate plan to help him escape and clear his name.

"The show is about sibling love. It has just the right amount of emotions and of course some mind blowing action. In the past, films like Do Aankhen Barah Haath and Umar Qaid, which revolved around jailbreak, have been appreciated by the audience," reasons Anil who is currently busy shooting for the second season of 24.

Is he going to play one of the leads in this one too? The 59-year-old actor sighs, "I'd love to be a part of the show but my entire focus is on 24 right now. Doing two shows won't be possible but whoever comes on board has to be physically fit. I have a few names in mind. We will begin casting soon. It will be made on the same scale as 24." Anil's production house has bought the rights to season one of Prison Break. Season two will be underway only after feedback to the first part is in.

"We'll start planning the show as soon as I wrap up shooting for 24. I want to take it on the floors as soon as possible," AK signs off.