Mumbai, Aug 28 (IANS): The shooting of "Kedarnath", which features Sushant Singh Rajput and marks the Bollywood debut of Saif Ali Khan's daughter Sara, will begin on September 3 near Dehradun.

Gulshan Kumar, KriArj Entertainment, Guy In The Sky Pictures in association with Balaji Motion Pictures are presenting "Kedarnath", directed by Abhishek Kapoor who is fondly known in the industry as Gattu.

Abhishek, who is also a producer on this film, said: "This coalition of producing partners has added tremendous value to our film, and we are grateful and excited to have their backing."

The film is a love story set against the holy temple town of Kedarnath, and the makers are hoping to release it in the summer of 2018.

Kumar said in a statement: "'Kedarnath' is a very prestigious film. It's a love story set in the land of Shiva, of whom, I am strong believer. My devotion towards Lord Shiva is utmost and this further makes this film very special."

Arjun N Kapoor of KriArj Entertainment, described it as "a fantastic script", while Ekta Kapoor of Balaji Motion Pictures said: "The film is an emotional and riveting story set in India's heartland, where raw romance unfolds amidst the beauty of Kedarnath."