Viraf Patel to play the male lead in 'Beyhadh 2'?

The second season of Jennifer Winget and Kushal Tandon-starrer 'Beyhadh' is underway. While it has been reported that Jennifer will return as the protagonist, we hear the makers are in talks with Viraf Patel to play the male lead on the show. The actor, who has featured in shows like 'Ek Boond Ishq' and 'Naamkarann', did not respond to our text message.
Informs a source associated with the project, “Yes, we are looking forward to roping in Viraf Patel for the part of the leading man on the show.However, there is a twist in the character he will play on the show, which will surely take his fans by surprise. He is a talented actor and we hope to recreate the 'Beyhad' magic with the new season.”