Cher to play Aguilera's boss in Burlesque?

Cher is in secret talks to play a nightclub boss in Christina Aguilera's new movie Burlesque, according to new reports.

The Genie in A Bottle singer has signed on to play a burlesque dancer in her first big screen film, a musical about a small-town girl who lands a job dancing in a strip club while seeking fame and fortune in Los Angeles.

The project will be directed by actor/filmmaker Steve Antin, brother of choreographer Robin Antin, who founded the burlesque troupe-turned-girl band The Pussycat Dolls.

Eonline.com reports Cher is actively seeking the role of the club boss in the film.

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