Salman Khan and Nawazuddin Siddiqui in a still from Bajrangi Bhaijaan.
Actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui will play the role of a Pakistani journalist in Salman Khan's
Bajrangi Bhaijaan, which is scheduled to release on July 17.
"Nawazuddin plays an important role of a Pakistani journalist in the film," a spokesperson of the film confirmed. Nawazuddin and Salman will be seen together for the second time after
Kick.
"The makers are very excited about their coming together again and the duo share a very special relationship in the film," the source added.
The film's story revolves around a little girl from Pakistan lost in India and how she is reunited with her family with the help of a man named 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan' (Salman Khan).
Meanwhile, Nawazuddin, also known for his role in
Gangs of Wasseypur, is currently shooting for Rahul Dholakia's
Raees which also features Shah Rukh Khan and Pakistani actress Mahira Khan.