Dharma Productions’ ‘Agneepath’, one of the most eagerly awaited releases in the New Year, has joined hands with Eros International Media Ltd. According to our reports, the premium banner will be releasing the Hrithk Roshan-starrer in the international markets on January 26, 2012.

Produced by Karan Johar and directed by Karan Malhotra, ‘Agneepath’ is homage to the cult 1990 classic directed by the late Mukul S Anand.

Pranab Kapadia (President – Marketing and Distribution, Eros International) confirmed the development by stating that ‘Agneepath’ marks the first of the big ticket releases next year and Eros is excited about associating with Dharma Productions to present this thrilling action film on a global platform. “Audiences are looking forward to Hrithik’s portrayal of the legendary Vijay Dinanath Chouhan, made famous by Amitabh Bachchan while Sanjay Dutt’s villainous look has stirred up much curiosity. The promos have evoked very good reactions and we are anticipating a very encouraging response to the film,” quoted Kapadia.

Apoorva Mehta (CEO, Dharma Productions) too expressed delight to be associated with Eros and he feels positive about their first collaboration.

An action drama, ‘Agneepath’ stars Hrithik Roshan playing the role of Vijay Dinanath Chauhan originally played by Amitabh Bachchan. The film also stars Priyanka Chopra, Sanjay Dutt as the menacing Kancha Cheena and Rishi Kapoor who also essays an antagonist in the film.