Exclusive pictures of the set of Salman Khan's 'Sultan' in Mumbai

Exclusive pics of Salman Khan's 'Sultan' set in Mumbai

Work in progress: Set construction for the second schedule of Salman Khan-starrer 'Sultan' is underway at Film City, Goregaon in Mumbai.

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The star, who essays the role of a wrestler in the film, went snip-snip and even bulked up for the role. Slated for a 2016 Eid release, 'Sultan' was initially supposed to be shot in parts of Punjab and Haryana since they are popular as wrestlers' hub.

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However, the star decided to change the shoot location considering that his buddy, Aamir Khan was also working on a film on wrestling set against the backdrop of the two north Indian states.

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Salman Khan in 'Sultan'

He recently wrapped up the first shoot schedule in Karjat and will resume work at Film City after celebrations for his 50th birthday on December 27 and the New Year. Pics/Nimesh Dave