Sacha Baron Cohen in talks to star as villain in 'Alice in Wonderland' sequel

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Last Updated : Jan 22 2014 | 4:05 PM IST

Sacha Baron Cohen is reportedly in talks to star as the villain in the upcoming sequel of Tim Burton's Alice In Wonderland.

Cohen is apparently on the verge of signing with Disney to take on a lead role in the film, which will be based upon and titled 'Through the Looking Glass', Contactmusic reported.

According to Variety, if the Brit actor is given the role, he will reunite with Johnny Depp and Mia Wasikowska, who will be reprising their roles as The Mad Hatter and Alice, respectively.

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First Published: Jan 22 2014 | 3:55 PM IST