Finally the identity of Shakib Khan's new heroine has been revealed. Fans have been interested in the matter for some time now.

Idhika Paul, an actor from Kolkata is going to be the next co-star of Shakib in the upcoming feature film "Priyotoma". 

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The film is said to be released on the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha. Directed by Himel Ashraf, the romantic action drama is being produced by Arshad Adnan, owner of Versatile Media.

As the director spoke to The Daily Star, he informed that Idhika is currently a popular face on Kolkata's small screen. "We were looking for someone who had never shared the screen with Shakib bhai before. At the same time, her acting skills, expressions, height, and dancing skills are also exactly what we need for the character."

Shakib Khan will be appearing in a new avatar, after a month-long experiment on his looks.