Bollywood actress Disha Patani has been roped in to play the lead role in fantasy-epic ‘Sangamithra’. Producer Hema Rukhmani of Thenandal Studios Limited has confirmed the news. The movie is set in the 8th century AD and is about the trials and tribulations of Sangamithra and her voyage to save her kingdom. “Really very excited for #Sangamitra. Can’t wait to start shooting for this wonderful film”, the actress tweeted. Tamil actors Arya and Jayam Ravi are playing pivotal roles. Sangamithra will be directed by Sundar C. A R Rahman composes music for the film. Shruti Haasan was initially cast for the lead role but opted out after the Cannes Film Festival announcement.