Aditi Rao Hydari and Indian origin British actress Paige Sandhu will soon be seen sharing the screen in the upcoming film 'Lioness'. She was one of the key leaders of the suffragette movement in the UK and also advocated for the rights of women and children.Sophia's character will be essayed by Paige Sandhu. The actress said in a statement, "It's an honour and a dream come true to be playing Princess Sophia Duleep Singh. The two stories play out in different eras, highlighting grit, determination and compassion.Aditi Rao Hydari will portray the character of Mehak Kaur in the film. While Princess Sophia is a heroine in the true sense of the word, Mehak is an equally strong character whose journey parallels the Lioness's in the present.

Source: The Times May 25, 2023 21:27 UTC