Nishivika Naidu is the final choice to play the female lead in Sharan’s upcoming film, Guru Shishyaru. The film, directed by Jadeshaa K Hampi, will have the Gentleman heroine share screen space for the first time with the Avatar Purusha actor. 

The sports-based comedy film is currently on floors, and Nishvika is expected to join the sets soon. The plot of the film, set in 1995, explores the conflict between a PT master and his students.

Guru Shishyaru is bankrolled by actor Sharan’s production house, Laddu Cinemas, in association with Tharun Kishore Kreatiivez. It will be the first production venture by the Roberrt director, who will also be working as a creative head for the film.

Nishvika Naidu, who was last seen in Ramarjuna, has a pivotal role in Yogaraj Bhat’s Gaalipata 2. She is also a part of Pradeep Varma’s romantic drama, Murphy, starring Prabhu Mundkur.