Nawazuddin Siddiqui to become BABA with 300 disciples for Akshay Kumar-starrer Housefull 4.

Nawazuddin Siddiqui, who is mostly known for portraying serious roles, will now feature in the laugh riot, Indian film critic and trade analyst Taran Adarsh announced on Thursday. HouseFull 4 revolves around the theme of reincarnation and follows a non-linear narrative. It was shot around UK, Rajasthan as well as Mumbai, where a lavish set was built for the finale.

The song will reportedly feature Siddiqui as a sage living in his den with over 300 disciples. The song will be shot at the end of May, the report adds. His role as an exorcist will be pivotal to the plot.

Housefull 4 is the fourth film in the hit Housefull franchise. While Akshay, Boman Irani,Chunky and Riteish have featured in all films, Lara Dutta and Deepika Padukone were seen in the first film. Jacqueline Fernandez, John Abraham and Zarine Khan joined the team for the second film while the third one featured Lisa Hayden, Nargis Fakhri and Abhishek Bachchan. Produced by Sajid Nadiadwala under the banner Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, in association with Fox Star India, Housefull 4 is slated to release on Diwali, and clash with Taapsee Pannu and Bhumi Pednekar-starrer  Saand Ki Aankh.