Slumdog Star Kapoor Joins 24
Ticking toward the emotional conclusion of its critically acclaimed seventh season, "24" is preparing for a new day by casting Anil Kapoor (Slumdog Millionaire) to star as a series regular during Season Eight. In his first American television role, Kapoor will play a Middle Eastern leader who comes to the U.S. on a peacemaking mission.
With more than 100 credits to his name, Kapoor is a Bollywood icon and one of India's most prominent actors. He has earned acclaim for his many award-winning performances over the last three decades, and recently appeared as game show host "Prem Kumar" in the Oscar-winning film Slumdog Millionaire.