Mumbai, Feb. 8 -- Late legendary actor Rajesh Khanna's iconic film 'Bawarchi' is getting a remake.

Filmmaker Anushree Mehta has come on board to direct the new version.

'Bawarchi' was originally helmed by Hrishikesh Mukherjee in 1972. It featured Rajesh Khanna along with Jaya Bachchan and Asrani. Interestingly, it was also a remake of Rabi Ghosh starrer 1966 Bengali film 'Galpo Holeo Satti' by Tapan Sinha.

Excited about directing the film, Anushree said, "When my business partner Abir Sengupta (Jaadugar Films), Sameer Raj Sippy and I decided to join hands to produce these three iconic films, we were clear that we would leave no stone unturned in remaking them with utmost love and respect. During our discussion on Bawarchi, Abir and Sam...