Hrithik Roshan is all set to play a mathematician in his next film. The actor has been confirmed to play Anand Kumar in biopic Super 30. According to a report, the film will be helmed by Queen director Vikas Bahl which will follow the journey of the mathematician and how he trains 30 capable, yet lesser privileged students for the prestigious entrance examination for the Indian Institute of Technology, and succeeds. Kumar now has an educational programme called Super 30.

Hrithik had met him during a special episode of Amitabh Bachchan's Kaun Banega Crorepati. Confirming the news, Anand Kumar said, “I am happy that Hrithik will play me because he is the best choice for the role. His dedication towards his work and the kind of versatility he exhibits as an actor is very inspiring. Being a rooted and passionate person myself, I feel that he will bring an emotional depth to my life on screen. I am excited to see Hrithik as Anand Kumar, essaying my emotional journey.”