MUMBAI: Ian Botham, the ex-cricket captain of England, is set to star in Patiala House. 54-year old Botham, nick named Beefy, will be accompanied by fellow England players, Graham Gooch and David Gower.

It is reported that the cricketing legends make a guest appearance in the film. 

Directed by Nikhil Advani, the film stars Akshay Kumar,Anushka Sharma, Rishi Kapoor, Dimple Kapadia and Prem Chopra. It is the story of a second-generation Sikh in London who gives up his dream to save his father‘s reputation until he meets a girl who gives him the strength to stand up for what he believes.

The film is being produced by Mukesh Talreja of People Tree Pvt Ltd.