The biopic about the renowned filmmaker V. Shantaram is in the works, with Siddhant Chaturvedi taking on the lead role. Titled Chitrapati V Shantaram, this film has just added another exciting element to its cast: Tamannaah Bhatia.
Sources confirm that Tamannaah is thrilled to join the project, noting that she has successfully tackled a wide variety of roles in her career. In this film, she will portray a significant real-life character, providing viewers with a fresh and challenging perspective on her skills.
The movie will be directed by Abhijeet Deshpande, known for his work on the successful Marathi biopic Ani… Dr. Kashinath Ghanekar and the Hindi film Wazir.
Earlier reports highlighted the importance of V. Shantaram’s legacy in Indian cinema, emphasizing that this film aims to educate younger audiences about his remarkable journey from poverty in Kolhapur to becoming a pivotal figure in the film industry. It will showcase how he studied filmmaking and made a lasting impact with classics like Jhanak Jhanak Payal Baaje and Do Aankhen Barah Haath. Viewers can expect a blend of drama, entertainment, and enlightening storytelling in this biopic.
