New Delhi, July 29 - Model-turned-actor Rajniesh Duggall will play Khalid Mohammed in 'Rutba', which is being directed by the film critic-turned-director.

Khalid, who took inspiration from his mother's life for scripting Shyam Benegal's critically acclaimed film 'Zubeidaa', has incorporated his real life incidents in the story of 'Rutba'.

'This movie is a fictionalised version of some events inspired by Khalid's life and I would be playing Khalid in it. There will be some changes in my look to suit the character,' Rajniesh told IANS from Mumbai on phone.

'Rutba', which is being produced by Vikram Bhatt, is Khalid's fourth directorial venture after 'Silsiilay' (2005), 'Tehzeeb' (2003) and Fiza (2000).

Rajniesh describes it as an intense movie. 'My character is very serious and the film doesn't have many light moments, but it won't be heavy. It is a very balanced movie,' said the former Mr.