In Pahlaj Nihalani's Avatar, the two contemporary actors will finally work together. An insider told us, "Like Govinda, Sunny is also Pahlaj's favourite.

The minute Sunny heard that Avatar dealt with the theme of motivating youngsters into sports, he readily agreed to be a part of the film." According to the insider, Govinda and Sunny will be seen enjoying a good game of football in the film as well.

After all, the game forms an important aspect of the film. Pahlaj has worked with Govinda several times in the past, including the actor's debut film Ilzaam.

With Sunny, this would be Pahlaj's third outing after Paap Ki Duniya and Aag Ka Gola. "I wanted Sunny in this film.

He was my first choice. He did not even ask me about the role," said the director and added, "Dharamji is like family.

I am grateful to Sunny." Apparently, like Govinda, Sunny too plays a sports coach in the film.

He has alerady shot for eight days in Mumbai. Explaining the story, Govinda said, "Avatar is my first motivational film.

It's about a bunch of rowdy college kids and I come to motivate the students. Football plays a very important part in the film, it motivates the students.

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