Dhawan, whose last film 'Partner' did good business at the box office in 2007, will begin shooting for the film from January 2009, UTV Motion Pictures said. Written by Rensil D'Silva, the award-winning writer of 'Rang De Basanti', 'Hook Ya Crook' stars John Abraham in the lead.Reportedly, Indian cricket captain MS Doni is also playing a role in the film. However, sources in UTV Motion Pictures said nothing has been finalised so far. The female lead is likely to be Genelia D'Souza, sources said.
UTV Motion Pictures has also shared a commendable relationship with John Abraham in the past with 'Hook Ya Crook' being John's second film after "Goal", she said.
This is the first time that the ace comedy director will be teaming up with John for a complete entertainer. Alpana Mishra, COO production, UTV Motion Pictures said that the company has been extremely eager to associate with David Dhawan and 'Hook Ya Crook' was just the perfect platform to seal this relationship.
