According to Mid-day.com Bollywood actress Priyanka Chopra may star in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s long awaited historical film ‘Bajirao Mastani’.

Bhansali’s dream project, which will be a based on the life of Peshwa Bajirao and his ladylove Mastani, is reportedly in the works.

And if rumours are to be believed Chopra has signed to play the role of Bajirao’s first wife Kashibai in the film.

“Priyanka has agreed to essay Kashibai’s character. It may not be the title role, but it is vital to the story,” The Times of India quoted a source saying.

The film, which Bhansali first spoke about 15 years ago, initially featured Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai in leads, but the project was shelved after the former real life lovers opted out of it, following their split.

Since then numerous names have emerged to be under consideration to play the lead roles of Mastani and Bajirao. Among females Kareena Kapoor, Katrina Kaif and Deepika Padukone were rumoured to have been approached, while among males Ranveer Singh, Ranbir Kapoor and Shah Rukh Khan were said to be under consideration.

However, Bhansali confirmed he has not yet approached anyone for the leading roles.

The film will likely be produced by Eros Entertainment.