Critically acclaimed actor, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, who has been applauded for his work in films like Gangs of Wasseypur and Kahaani, is all set to star in Sajid Nadiadwala's Kick.

We hear, he will be playing a very powerful and noticeably pivotal role in the film. Nawazuddin is pretty much in love with the character, from the time he read the script. Not much has been revealed about his role, but we hear, he is in to surprise his fans.

Last seen in Talaash and Lunchbox, the actor for the first time is all set to work with Sajid and Salman Khan.

A remake of a South Indian film, Kick which will release next year, will also star Jaqueline Fernandez.