New Delhi, Apr 20 (UNI) One of the most celebrated Indian actors in Hollywood, Anupam Kher has been signed in the BBC’s highly anticipated drama, 'Mrs Wilson', trade sources said on Friday.

'The upcoming show that is set in 1940s and 1960s London is inspired by the memoir of Ruth Wilson’s (an award-winning English actress, known for performance in 'The Affair') grandmother and her family’s complicated history,' sources said.

'Anupam Kher will be part of an ensemble star cast that includes Wilson in the lead, Iain Glen, Keeley Hawes and Fiona Shaw. The actor will begin shooting for it in Northern Ireland and London by May 8,' sources said.

'Mrs Wilson is set in a very interesting background and follows a gripping storyline which had me hooked as I read it. Not to mention, it is great to be part of such a talented star-cast ensemble. I look forward to shooting in the next month,' Anupam said.

The actor has just wrapped NBC’s medical drama.

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