Jean Claude Van Damme to visit India next month

Hollywood star Jean Claude Van Damme, known for his roles in films like "Kickboxer", "Universal Soldier", "Hard Target", is all set to make his maiden trip to India next month.
The 52-year-old action star, popularly known as the Muscles from Brussels, will be here for the global launch of film producer Ashok Amritraj's autobiography at CII Big Picture Summit to be held on September 13-14.
Amritraj produced Van Damme's "Double Impact", which catapulted him to an A-list box office star. The film was a breakthrough for Amritraj as well and he went on to become a major force in Hollywood.

"I am looking forward to my first trip to India for the global launch of my friend Ashok Amritraj's autobiography. It will be great to meet my Indian fans who have supported my films for so many years," Van Damme said in a statement.
Amritraj added, "It is my pleasure to welcome Jean Claude to India. He has been a special friend for over two decades, from the days of our successful partnership on 'Double Impact'.
"I would like to thank him for taking the time from his busy life to celebrate the launch of my book at the CII Big Picture Summit," he added.