MUMBAI: Madonna is all set to direct her second film, a period drama that explores the scandalous affair of Kind Edward VIII.

W.E. will be a biopic about the relation between King Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson that led to the British royal abdicating from the throne to marry his divorcee lover. 

Madonna will script the film with Alex Keshishian, who had earlier directed the singer Truth or Dare in 1991.

Madonna debuted as director in Filth and Wisdom which she directed in 2008.

While actress Vera Farmiga is said to be eyeing the role of Simpson, there is still no word yet on who will play the role of King Edward.