Seven months after he announced Laal Singh Chaddha, Aamir Khan is finally ready to take it on floors. While it was initially heard that the Advait Chandan-directed venture would roll in Punjab, mid-day has learnt that the first schedule will take place in Mumbai. What's more, since the drama is close to Khan's heart, he has requested mother Zeenat Hussain to give the first clap for the project.

A source says, "Aamir has brought the shoot forward by a day to October 31 as both, Advait and he, felt they were fully familiarised with the material and were ready. The first leg of shooting will take place at Yash Raj Films Studios in Andheri, with his mother expected to give the clap. It's the first time in his 30-year career that she will do it."