MUMBAI: Writer-director Dharmesh Darshan, who last made Aap Ki Khatir for Venus in August 2006 has cast Upen Patel in his next film

Darshan was unavailable for comment. But reliable sources close to him say that Darshan will be producing and directing the film and has signed on Upen Patel to play the lead. The film may also rope in an international partner as a co-producer, and is likely to be launched shortly. It will be shot entirely in the US, say sources.

Darshan has earlier directed Lootere, Raja Hindustani, Mela, Dhadkan, Haan Maine Bhi Pyaar Kiya and Bewafaa.