Janhvi Kapoor, who is all set to make her Telugu debut with Jr NTR’s Devara, has signed her second film. She is teaming up with Jr NTR’s RRR co-star Ram Charan in the upcoming film directed by Buchi Babu Sana.

A source from the film’s team confirmed, “It’s a pan-India project and the filmmakers were looking to cast an actress with a national recall. They zeroed in on Janhvi to play the female lead. She loved the script and agreed to come on board.”

Touted to be a rustic sports drama, the film will have Kannada superstar Shiva Rajkumar playing a crucial role. The source added, “The story is set in Uttarandhra and will showcase a different side of both Ram and Janhvi. The film will be shot in Vizianagaram, Srikakulam, Bobbili, Parvathipuram, Rajam, etc.”

Director Buchi Babu is presently auditioning actors from the region to add an authentic rural flavour. “The team is aiming to begin shooting in May and will feature an ensemble cast,” adds the source.

A R Rahman is rendering tunes for the film. The film is expected to be launched in March. More details about the project are to be awaited.