Amazon’s upcoming original pilot based on The Book of Strange New Things has cast world-renowned Indian actor and producer Anil Kapoor (Slumdog Millionaire, 24) in the role of Vikram Danesh, the authoritative head of the base on Oasis.
Based on Michael Faber cult-hit novel, the pilot will be written and executive produced by Matt Charman (Bridge of Spies) and produced by Andy Harries (Strike Back) and Lila Rawlings (Left Bank Productions) with Kevin MacDonald (The Last King of Scotland) directing.
The story follows a priest who is sent into space to help found a new colony but what he ends up discovering not only puts his faith to the test but life as we know it.
Anil Kapoor is one of India’s most critically-praised movie stars and one of international cinema’s most prolific and versatile actors today.
