Kareena will continue to work, to shoot for next film in Aug

 Mumbai, Jul 2 (PTI) Actress Kareena Kapoor Khan, who is expecting her first child in December, will begin the shooting of her next film "Veere Di Wedding" in August.

Soon after the news of Kareena's pregnancy broke out today, speculations were rife whether she would complete the filming of "Veere Di Wedding", which stars Sonam Kapoor and is second home production of her sister Rhea Kapoor.

Sonam, Kareena, Swara Bhaskar and newcomer Shikha Talsania are teaming for the chick flick, directed by "Khubsoorat" fame Shashanka Ghosh.

The film celebrates the spirit of modern Indian woman where Sonam and Kareena will play best friends.

"Bebo (Kareena's nick name) is a thorough professional and she will start shoot of the film in August. Much like the spirit of our film, which celebrates the modern girl, Kareena is going on with her work and life as usual. We are proud to have her (in the film)," Rhea, one of the producers of "Veere Di Wedding", said in a statement here.

The "Aisha" producer said she is happy for Kareena and Saif, who are expecting their first child in December.

"Ekta Kapoor (producer) and I with our families and companies are delighted and excited for Kareena and Saif. As producers of 'Veere Di Wedding' we are thrilled to be part of their special journey," she said.

There were also reports that the "Jab We Met" actress was also going to be part of Rohit Shetty's "Golmaal 4". She was also offered Ajay Devgn's "Baadshaho", but Kareena did not sign the film.

Industry sources, however, said that Kareena has not been offered "Golmaal 4".

"'Golmaal 4' has not been offered to her yet as the work on the script is still going on. She will continue to shoot for 'Veere Di Wedding' till October and will also do brand endorsements and shoots during this period," sources said.

The 35-year-old actress was seen has had two big releases this year with R Balki's "Ki and Ka" opposite Arjun Kapoor and Abhishek Chaubey's drug-drama "Udta Punjab".