Bellucci joins 'Manual Of Love 3' cast

Monica Bellucci has reportedly signed on to join the cast of Manual Of Love 3.

According to Variety, the actress will play Robert De Niro's love interest in the romantic drama, with the actors' parts spoken in both English and Italian.

Producer Aurelio De Laurentiis has suggested that the new lineup will attract a wider audience compared to the first two films, saying: "This third one, with De Niro in the cast, will have greater international ambitions."

It has also been reported that Manual Of Love helmer Giovanni Veronesi will also direct the third instalment of the franchise.

In May, Bellucci gave birth to her second child.